Motivation in the Workplace

Self Motivation

Motivation Is Up to You

Your ability to generate self motivation in the workplace can make or break your career success. Why? Because in the work environment you are expected to perform at a consistently high level. You are expected to maintain a certain performance even when the tasks or assignments are not to your liking.

This is why it's important that you perform a self career assessment. Why? So you can learn to fuel your motivation and keep it going when you need to. A self check will help you understand what situations motivate you and what situations demotivate you.

Let's be frank. More than likely, you work because you have to. You may love, like, or even hate your job. However, the job you have generates an income so you can pay your bills and take care of your responsibilities.

Do You Want to be Motivated, and Happier on the Job?

The point is this: no matter the state of your feelings towards your job, your goal should be to find opportunities, benefits, or advantages in your favor to make the most of your time and income generation while you are there. If you adapt this line of thinking, then you are always working from a more positive perspective which is great fuel for motivation. More importantly, the workplace is a better environment when it's a positive experience for you.

Perform a Simple Self Check:

A self check is simply a half an hour session with you, a pen, and a piece of paper. You consider everything about your work environment and label it as a motivator or demotivator. You want to consider things as follows:

What do you like about your job?
What upsets or ticks you off about your job?
What makes you want to work harder?
What makes you want to work less?
Who is the best boss you ever worked for and why?
Who is the worst boss you ever worked for and why?
What is your ideal work environment?
How would you describe the work environment from hell?
What type of people irritate you?
What type of people are a joy to work with?

Once you complete your self check, you'll have a clearer picture of the factors that influence your motivation in the workplace. From there, you can plan your personal motivation strategy for the job.

Career Interest Inventory Assessment:

Next, consider performing a career inventory. Why? Because this will give you a clear idea of your strengths and weaknesses, as well as tasks you like and dislike. More than likely, you'll be surprised by what you discover. Most importantly, if you can focus on your strengths and the tasks you like, you'll be happier and more motivated on the job. I've linked to an excellent free online test you can take. Take the FREE MAPP Assessment. Once you have your results USE THEM. to help you own motivation in the workplace.

Between the self check and the career inventory assessment, you should have a clearer picture of what motivates you and demotivates you. You should now be able to pinpoint the main culprits of any unhappiness or demotivation you experience in the workplace.

Internal Factors Influencing Self Motivation in The Workplace:

Your motivation is tied to your energy levels and vitally. Therefore, it is important that you receive the appropriate amount of rest your body needs. It's also important that you eat right and strive for work life balance. Additionally, you should monitor your stress levels, as well as practice good time management. Lastly, you must remember that motivation requires refueling. There are tons of ideas and tools on this Site to help you as you motivate yourself to career success.