Duncan Nugget®
Click the link for the original article and discussion questions. http://duncannuggets.com/2013/09/dunc... | Al Duncan—publisher, youth advocate, and international authority on soft skills and character education—talks about the value of self-motivation.
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Duncan Nugget® #136: Who's Motivating You?
Before a recent speaking engagement, a superintendent of schools and I had a conversation.
"We're glad you're here. These students need some motivation."
"I'm here to help, but I don't really motivate people."
"What do you mean? You get students motivated. That's why we hired you."
"Don't worry. They'll be motivated. I'll do what I do best: give them tools to motivate themselves."
"Oohhh... Well... I guess that's even better!"
Yup. That is better because the person who is waiting for someone or something else to motivate him will be left behind.
It's your life. Get motivated...from within. Self-motivation, also known as intrinsic motivation, is a valuable asset on your path to success.
Being self-motivated is one of the top characteristics that employers want in their employees. They want self-starters-people with initiative.
Self-motivation could be part of your competitive advantage.
Million-Dollar Question:
Are you sitting around waiting for somebody else to motivate you?