Introduction to Motivation
- Motivation refers to the inner desire or willingness that drives a person to take action and achieve a specific goal or outcome
- Motivation can be intrinsic, coming from within a person (values, beliefs etc)
- Motivation can be extrinsic, coming from external factors (rewards or punishments)
Why People Work
- People work for many different reasons
- They need to earn money to fund their lifestyle and ensure they have the necessities required
- For some, work is voluntary or low-paid and done to give them a purpose
- Some people work for the opportunity to mix with other people
- For many, employment allows them to fulfil their aspirations
Diagram: Why people work
Individuals go to work for a variety of reasons, including earning a wage or salary and to give them a purpose