10 February 2013

3 things people need in their work life

What makes people tick in their jobs? Of course, $ (or €) is important. Everyone needs to pay the rent, take care of their family and , yeah, a vacation would be nice. But money only carries you so far in your work efforts.

In his book 'Drive', Daniel Pink manoeuvres us away from the traditional money-based carrot-and-stick approach. He examines three elements of true motivation: autonomy, mastery, and purpose. The idea is so simple it hurts. Simplicity is usually at the core of great ideas.