This document discusses motivation and influencing others in the workplace. It explains that motivation leads to a positive attitude towards work and better performance. Motivation is created when an individual has the ability and willingness to perform a task. Self-motivation techniques include starting the day positively, yoga, hobbies, and forgiveness. An employee's perception, attitude, and behavior are connected. Promoting intrinsic motivation involves role clarity, participation, job redesign, rewards, and appreciation. Job satisfaction is influenced by authority, responsibilities, and working conditions. Dissatisfied employees may leave their job, neglect their duties, remain loyal hoping for improvement, or actively work to improve the situation. The art of influencing others involves patience, understanding