Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about self-leadership and leading others. This article is more than 3 years old. The most common challenge I hear from ...

In the best-selling book Drive, author Daniel Pink attempts to simplify motivation science by suggesting the superiority of intrinsic over extrinsic motives to instill optimal work performance. When ...

Personal motivation is the driving force behind every significant achievement, whether in entrepreneurship, sales or just personal development. But not all motivation is created equal. To truly ...

In a good or a bad mood, focused or distracted, in dire or no need: our internal states directly influence our perceptions and decision-making. While the role of motivation on the performance of ...

It’s funny how employers want intrinsically motivated employees but simultaneously believe employees will perform better and be happier if they are given bonuses. Though we all need our paycheck in ...

In today’s competitive environment, students are expected to manage heavy workloads, tight deadlines, and constant pressure ...