What is Motivation? / Types of Motivators
What is the word used to describe the initial phase or beginning of a behaviour?
Activation
What is the most basic level of Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of needs?
Basic physiological needs
What is an efficient method of setting goals
SMART Goals
What trait is essential for leaders to be effective motivators?
Servant Leadership
What is the ability to continue pursuing a goal when faced with difficulties?
Having persistence
In McClelland's Three Needs Theory, which need focuses on the desire for social interaction and belonging?
Need for affiliation
What is the vital step between planning and doing your goals?
Defining your goal
How can leaders show their commitment to motivating their teams effectively?
By being transparent, supportive, and reliable
What type of motivation is driven by personal sense of purpose?
Intrinsic Motivation
What was the purpose of B.F. Skinner's box experiment?
To test the operant conditioning theory (if a behaviour is followed by positive reinforcement, it is more likely to be repeated)
What does the "R" stand for in SMART goals
Relevant
Which leadership style involves motivating others to achieve a common goal?
Transformational leadership
What type of motivation comes from external aspects like awards?
Extrinsic Motivation
What theory says that people are motivated by incentives?
Incentive Theory (Operant Conditioning)
When you are struggling with doing/achieving a new task, you should...
Approach this task in new ways
What is a key aspect of leadership in motivating teams?
Building trust and reliability through persuasion
What does persistence have to do with motivation?
Being persistent gives us motivation to continue pursuing a goal even when faced with difficulties
Which theory says that individuals have three basic needs: achievement, affiliation, and power?
McClelland's Three Needs Theory
What motivation technique ensures that your workplace is uncluttered?
Getting Organized
What is the main focus of leaders who want to motivate their teams through trust?
By building strong relationships with team members