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Permalink Reply by Graham Nicholls on September 6, 2008 at 1:18am

Hi Rayanne
I know I answered before but I have been thinking on this and reading other responses from the profound to the simple (DS) but on the money just the same.
However we all look at an outcome as the object of our motivation, it can be to help others or to make a buck but it is always an outcome.
I then thought of what drives this, and outcome is the end but the driver can't just be the end or can it? perhaps motivation is driven by emotion, in finding that thing that engages our emotion we are motivated by it??
I don't think it has to be the same emotion it can be positive or negative but a powerful driving force nun the less! this begs the question is then motivation responding to the emotion or achieving the outcome?? is it satisfying the emotion that we really achieve??
Graham
www.careerbridge.com.au

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Permalink Reply by Rayanne on September 6, 2008 at 5:13pm

Hi Graham et al~

This is a good question and I send it back to the masses and the infinite wisdom that infiltrates RecruitingBlogs. I have often thought that the journey was far better then the destination... that said, I think I would have to say that I am always motivated by the drive but that is part of my nature. I enjoy the holiday preparations more than the holiday. I am better at establishing relationships than maintaining them. I would rather play the game than win. So, I am obviously motivated by emotion and not achieving the best possible result. I just want to be the best me and that comes from how I played the game not if I was the victor.

This is exactly why I love this question and have been inspired by the insightful responses...

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Permalink Reply by Annie Daub on September 8, 2008 at 3:32pm

I am extremely motivated to make big bucks to support my family. I have a picture of my son and hubby and this reminds me every day about my overall goals.

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Permalink Reply by Susan Burns on September 11, 2008 at 10:30am

Hi Rayanne - This is such a good question and one that is great to step back from life occasionally and consider. Having spent a good part of my career in management and leadership positions its one that I've often asked myself and of those I've worked with. Its also interesting to see how personal and professional motivators align and influence decisions over time. I've enjoyed reading everyone's responses and look forward to your white paper. So, what motivates me?

> making a contribution that positively affects people and business
> exploring new ideas, thoughts, trends
> working collaboratively to solve complex problems
> authenticity in people, in business and in life
> the beauty of nature
> money, yes - but only to a point

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Permalink Reply by Jags on September 11, 2008 at 6:36pm

Interesting replies, this is the first time i am visiting any recruiting blog.... and yeah wht motivates me, the zeal to succeed...tht winsome smile...tht desire to prove. After reading you guys comments, i really felt there are lot of things which can motivate us...i definitely need motivation.
Thanks

Amber Powell said:

Hi Rayanne,

I am absurdly motivated by what or who inspires me and excites me. Usually they are goals that are set and achieved for various reasons. Some short-term, others long-term. However, All of my goals feed Maslow's hierarchy of needs.

"Motivation is a fire from within. If someone else tries to light that fire under you, chances are it will burn very briefly." Stephen R. Covey


"Desire is the starting point of all achievement, not a hope, not a wish, but a keen pulsating desire which transcends everything." Napoleon Hill

"Finish what you start." (My Dad)

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Permalink Reply by Tony Petrucci on September 11, 2008 at 10:27pm

Lot's of great comments so far. I want to give it a little different twist. Do you know how you can tell if you are motivated? If you are thinking about how you can't wait to retire you are not motivated, whereas if you are dreading the day you may be forced to retire you are truly motivated!

The primary driver in motivation is being passionate about what you do. Since the majority of people aren't fortunate enough to work in a job they are naturally passionate about, the great people motivators are able to inspire passion from people in areas they may not naturally be passionate about.

So how do they do that? Many of the ways have been mentioned in the other great posts on this topic...well done everyone. The answer is it is different for everyone and the great leaders...ask, listen, symbolize, challenge, empower, develop, measure, reward, collaborate, make tough calls and create the possible out of the impossible by looking at everyone individually as to what will stir their individual passion.

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Permalink Reply by Jason C. Blais on September 11, 2008 at 10:38pm

Be well. Do good work. Keep in Touch.

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Permalink Reply by Dave Meeks on September 12, 2008 at 8:39am

I'm motivated by good and bad criticism, it inspires me to want to do better. I'm motivated by others' senses of urgency, it makes me want to work harder and be more efficient. I'm motivated by the feeling that I've lost control of a situation, a candidate or a hiring manager because when this happens I feel as though I'm going through the motions. And yes, I'm motivated by the money and recognition, albeit its different on the corporate side vs the sole proprietor. The sense of belonging to something is what motivated me to return to the corporate world vs just sharing a bank account with someone in my previous position. Now its 8:45am and I have to motivate myself to leave home and get to work. I struggle with this sometimes.

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Permalink Reply by Annie Daub on September 12, 2008 at 10:30am

I should have added...I love my business. I love running a Sales recruiting firm and feel that fuels me also. thanks for letting me add in additional 2 cents! Great responses...

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Permalink Reply by Devin Blanks on September 12, 2008 at 3:37pm

Hey Rayanne,

As many have already stated...great question!

Professionally-I am most definitely motivated by process improvement. I'm an innovator, and always look to either develop new and better ways to execute a task, or improve on an exising process or idea by making it more efficient and effective.

And personally-I am strongly motivated by the opportunity for personal growth. For me, there is so much more to know...and I want to reach for it all.

In the end, these things, as well as the ability to fully live the life that both I and my family desire is what I measure great success as.

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Permalink Reply by Rayanne on September 16, 2008 at 12:07pm

I just wanted to thank everyone for the incredible responses! This has been such a great resource for me and I look forward to putting my paper together.

Take care and I'll see you at RecruitFest!

~Rayanne

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Permalink Reply by k.r.rajkumar on September 16, 2008 at 2:36pm

I feel the best way to Motivate is to Appreciate.... An appreciation can make wonders in both profession and personal life

Rajkumar

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