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Defining your motivation for getting things done. Take personal inventory of your motivating factors to move yourself forward in your life and work.
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- 1. Get Up & Get Paid! It’s As Simple As That. Presented by Sherri Souza 2014
- 3. motivation [‚mōd·ə′vā·shən](psychology)The comparatively spontaneous drive, force, or incentive, which partly determines the direction and strength of the response of a higher organism to a given situation; it arises out of the internal state of the organism. McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific & Technical Terms, 6E, Copyright © 2003 by The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. Definition
- 4. Wikipedia Motivation is the driving force that causes the flux from desire to will in life. For example, hunger is a motivation that elicits a desire to eat. Motivation has been shown to have roots in physiological, behavioral, cognitive, and social areas. Motivation may be rooted in a basic impulse to optimize well-being, minimize physical pain and maximize pleasure. It can also originate from specific physical needs such as eating, sleeping or resting, and sex. Motivation is an inner drive to behave or act in a certain manner. These inner conditions such as wishes, desires and goals, activate to move in a particular direction in behavior.
- 5. Herzberg's Hygiene and Motivational Factors Frederick Herzberg was considered one of the most influential management consultants and professors of the modern postwar era. Herzberg was probably best known for his challenging thinking on work and motivation. He was considered both an icon and legend among visionaries such as Abraham Maslow, Peter Drucker, and Douglas MacGregor.
- 7. Take personal inventory… Personal Motivating Factors Family Money Personal Achievement Social Interaction Freedom Status Recognition Appreciation/Respect Contribution to society Life Style
- 8. Get Organized & Stay Organized Make A Plan Business Plan External Internal Goals Personal Plan Health Physical Emotional Spiritual Family Personal Goals Fun
- 9. Now lets get to the good stuff!
- 10. A Good Attitude is Everything! Basic Elements Connection to a Power greater than myself Healthy Lifestyle- Diet & Exercise Family & Friends Gratitude Pleasure
- 11. Belief Structures Outcome-to-Expectation Belief. The beliefs built over time from the differences between what we achieve and what our expectations were at the beginning. Efficacy Belief. Our belief about our capabilities to organize and execute courses that produce the results we want.
- 12. Why a Positive Attitude? It’s contagious It’s something that everyone around us can see or perceive It affects our health It affects our relationships It determines how far we’ll advance in any endeavor It’s your trademark…it’s who you are to others
- 13. Choices You Pick Your Attitude, It Isn’t Given To You. If Your Attitude’s Bad, Figure Out Why. Then Fix The Why.
- 14. 10 strategies to improve your attitude: Self-Coaching Through Affirmations Self-Motivation Through Discovering Your Motives The Power of Visualization Attitude Talk for Positive Internal Dialogue The Power of Words The Power in a Positive Greeting Enthusiasm: Vital Tool for Staying Motivated Connecting to Your Spiritual Empowerment Lighten Up Your Life with Humor Exercising Will Help Keep You Motivated
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- Thanks for having me here this today! The National Association of Residential Property Managers – Alameda Contra Costa counties I have known Cameron for quite a while now and when he asked me to present I was honored! It’s a tough job when rents increase 10% and inventory drops 80% - Oooohweee Lanlords want you to do their dirty work and the tenants want you to work a miracle. Does this paint a picture of what you’ve been up against? Well, Im here today to lighten your load if even for a short time.
- So let’s talk about Motivation- What make you enjoy your work, your family, your life? What give you pleasure? And what gives you the will to do more, try harder and keep smiling?
- Here is the dictionary definition of motivation. READ
- Here is the wikipedia version. Isn’t it great that we have a new resource for further explanation of words, ideas and concepts these days, like wikipedia? I don’t know about you, but sometimes I need further explanation.
- In 1959, Frederick Herzberg developed a list of factors which were closely based on Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs, except it is more closely related to work. Herzberg theorized that hygiene factors must be present in the job before motivators can be used to stimulate the workers:
- Here is Herzbergs work model for motivational factors. Sometimes we need these reminders that motivation has several elements. These are things we can apply to our work and coworkers, if you find yourself as an employer or partner in business.
- But sometimes when we look at ourselves we see a different view… let’s take a minute here and identify our own motivating factors. I have a basic list here, which of these factors work for you? Make yourself a note. It’s important information for you to reveal to yourself. Maybe you already are aware of your personal motivating factors, or maybe this is the first time you have thought about it. Are there any other motivating factors that I may not have included here? Anyone want to share? Any surprises?
- Organization is key to balance in your life. Whether your are organized in your business or personal life or both, having a plan makes a huge difference in your happiness level. A business plan will help you establish goals that when met can help motivate you to the next level. Start small and work up. Don’t try to conquer the world right out of the gate. Make your goals achievable, but continue to bump it up. Make sure you have a business plan in place - READ How many of you have a personal life plan? You can take the same approach to your personal goals as you do your business to accomplish those things in your life that you would like to accomplish. Here are some basic considerations for a personal life plan.READ
- READ- So you know you have the ability, you have identified what motivates you, and it’s now time for an attitude adjustment.
- One of the most important steps you can take toward achieving your greatest potential in life is to learn to monitor your attitude and its impact on your work performance, relationships and everyone around you. It governs the way you perceive the world and the way the world perceives you. Definitely having ideas, making plans, and taking action are important elements in the art of creating a fulfilling life and career. But without a good attitude, the likelihood of manifesting what you want takes a serious hit.READ
- The attitude we operate with daily is our programmed way of responding to our environment and it’s derived from the generalizations we make about other people and the system in which we live. It evolves over time and is the result of two specific belief structures:READ1 A good example was when we were trying to learn how to ride a bike – one minute you are terrified, but with a little coaching you get on the seat, grab the handle grips, put your feet on the peddles. Maybe a few falls later – you figure out balance is the key! So you try again and it wobbles a bit but you manage to keep the bike upright – all by yourself! The next thing you know, you’re confident enough in your skill that you are speeding downhill with the wind in your hair and a smile on your face, exhilaration races through your blood and you realize that you are having fun even if it’s risky. You can do anything you set your mind to. On the other hand you will have little success if you don’t believe you are capable. It’s a mindset. READ2 If we predominantly see outcomes matching expectations and/or have a high-order of confidence that we can deliver the goods and produce what we want, our attitude is generally positive.
- There are a multitude of reasons why a good attitude is über-important. In general, our attitude is who we are. Try as we might to hide it, our attitude shows up in every conversation we have, the quality of our work and relationships, and strongly affects whether we’ll take certain courses in life. In leaders, a good attitude is essential for building teams, influencing others, and achieving objectives. The good attitude is also important because: READ slide People ask me all the time how I can be so positive all the time. The answer is – Why would I choose not to? How does that serve me? No Brainer….
- You have the right to chose which attitude you share with the world. You are not given one to use. READ There are many reasons why our attitude might be bad. The environment in which we work or live; low self-esteem; poor choices (and hence results); our daily actions/routine; lack of goals, or even bad health. Figure out what it is, then build a plan to eliminate or alter the cause of your negative attitude. Remember, you took responsibility for the attitude you have, so do not rely on someone else to change in order for you to change your attitude.
- As stated, I believe that attitude is the most important element to success in any endeavor. When combined with planning and action, you have a trifecta for success that is hard to beat. However, sometimes the environment in which we operate throws our attitude out of alignment. When this happens you should Find a strategy to improve your attitude. Here are some ideas of strategies you can implement in your life to help you maintain a good attitude. READ
- Operating with a good attitude isn’t Pollyanna and isn’t unrealistic. Maintaining a good attitude allows you to stay aligned with your goals and bring about success in every project you undertake. Understanding that you have the responsibility and capability to change/chose your attitude, can give you the confidence necessary to embark on any task, regardless of how daunting it might be. If you would like a good resource for further awareness of self, I would suggest this book by Keith Harrell, to help you find your key to a good attitude.
- Read Quote – Anonymous was a pretty smart dude! Know that you are in control. If you know what you are capable of, know what motivates you, and choose a good attitude, you cant help but be successful in your life!
- Thank you everyone for your hospitality today and for allowing me the opportunity to assist you in determining your personal motivation and allowing me to share with you my attitude beliefs and tips. We finish today with another motivating song and I hope you find a balance for yourself in your work and your life! PLAY VIDEO