Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 18, 2014

You can have all the great plans, six sigma workouts, and brilliant competitive positioning in the universe, but if the human beings doing the real work lack the competence, confidence, and creativity to pull it off, you’re back to muddling through. The team leader role is a tough gig. 3 The Connector. 4 The Builder. 5 The Backer.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Over time, this relentless pace can lead to burnout, diminishing their energy, creativity, and focus. If their work has become repetitive or lacks a sense of progress, their motivation can waneespecially when they feel that the basics are little more than busy work. If they feel taken for granted, they may disengage.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 8, 2024

” With those foundations in place, let’s give you a few of our favorite, creative peer recognition ideas. If your team(s) are working in the same location, you can turn a cardboard box into a time capsule (just ask one of your more creative team members to design it).

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 7, 2022

I’m highly motivated to do a great job. If you want to empower your team to find more creative ways to get better results, start by defining success. ” conversations, it also reduces ambiguity and frees up time and energy for more creative solutions. I love my son. And, I love photography. I’m on it.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 16, 2015

Translator: Don’t Motivate Until You Translate. They play the most important role in mobilizing their teams, helping them see the whole picture, and stimulating their motivation. Hence, if Leaders are unable to translate the Business Vision to their employees, they will not be able to motivate them. Follow Charles.

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International Coach Academy

NOVEMBER 19, 2023

A Research Paper By Laetitia Bertrand, Life Coach (Confidence and Inspiration), FRANCE How the Process of Anchoring Inspiration(s) ICF defines coaching as “partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 15, 2015

Michelle Cubas, CPCC, ACC, of Positive Potentials, LLC asks “Who motivates the motivator?” We have no hope of solving our problems without harnessing the diversity, the energy and the creativity of all our people. Don’t try to motivate with extrinsic motivation gimmicks. Follow Wally.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Use Fear to Motivate. Use fear to motivate. Fear motivates effort, but with a single focus: escape the fear. The problem with using fear to motivate is that the “something” you get is the minimal effort people need to escape the fear. They’re not choosing to give their best and they can’t be creative.

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International Coach Academy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Place of Feeling Great at Work Motivating employees seems like it should be easy, but in real-life situations motivating them is far more challenging. Feeling good about your work creates higher motivation, retention, and engagement within the teams.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 28, 2017

There is a lack of creativity or conscious thought that is needed to make a celebration special. By learning more about what motivates employees and what brings them great joy, we can creatively add the element of surprise to their lives, and what a nice surprise that is! Winning Well Reflection.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

33:42 – Why recognizing your constraints is a vital driver of creativity and better decision-making. 42:04 – Keeping the faith: staying motivated through obstacles, discouragement, and heartbreak. ” 23:28 – Another question to ask yourself to determine if something is of long-term value to you.

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Vantage Circle

MARCH 30, 2025

Keeping employees happy and motivated is no easy task. Some can motivate employees, while others might create problems like unhealthy competition or extra costs. When people know their hard work won't go unnoticed, they're more likely to stay motivated, loyal, and productive. That's where reward systems come in.

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International Coach Academy

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Instead, the Coaching Leadership Style leader is motivated to enable others to succeed and reach personal and group goals. There are more opportunities for individual growth and creative thinking. Leaders help their teams visualize the goals behind what they are doing, serving as both guides and observers.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 3, 2015

Why would a manager demean someone they’re trying to “motivate?” You limit creativity. .” I thought, “I know that guy.” ” I bet you do too. Why is sarcasm so rampant in the workplace? ” Why Sarcasm is So Dangerous. It doesn’t build anything. It drains energy.

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International Coach Academy

JULY 2, 2024

It can generate powerful ideas, encouragement & opportunities Inspiring Power Tool: An inspiring power tool is a tool or resource that empowers individuals or teams to unleash their creativity, motivation, and potential. It encourages people to take action, overcome challenges, and achieve their goals.

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International Coach Academy

JANUARY 17, 2023

What Motivates People to Implement Behaviour Change? At the action stage, clients benefit in particular from self-reinforcements and reinforcements by others to remain motivated. A Research Paper By Julia Paulsson Jandl, Relationship Coach, AUSTRIA. They desire some form of change, movement or growth.

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The Coaching Tools Company

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Originally Posted on The Coaching Tools Company as 3 Surprising Foundations of Motivation | by Delaney Tosh CPCC, PCC. What Leaders Need to Know About Motivation and Productivity. When we look at motivation through the lens of neuroscience, there are several key areas that enhance overall motivation and energy.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 14, 2022

For many people, competence and contentment are significant motivators. In our effort to make success easier, a tunnel-vision focus on success behaviors can shut down curiosity and creativity. Strategic Empowerment to help people know where to focus their creativity and solutions. It’s also what’s been expected. The I.D.E.A.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 24, 2024

When you understand someone’s life, it’s easier to understand their perspectives and motivations at work. Laughter can reduce stress and increase creativity. I take time to learn about your people, pets, and projects For better teamwork, dive deeper than just professional interactions. Is she eating your dirty socks?”

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 24, 2021

The write-up for a recent Star Player was as follows: “was nominated for his tenacity and creative approach to problem-solving, as well as his extra effort to get the project done on time.” Gratitude is best utilized on a regular basis to keep people motivated and appreciated.

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The Coaching Tools Company

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Originally Posted on The Coaching Tools Company as 9 Simple Steps to Boost Motivation Every Day | by Dr. Irena O’Brien Why do so many of us find ourselves struggling to stay motivated, even when we have a strong desire to achieve our goals? Motivation is crucial as it drives us toward achieving what we desire and need.

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Scott Barry Kaufman

DECEMBER 19, 2018

The power of intuition for creativity. Dual-process theory and creativity. The importance of context for creativity. The different phases of the creative process. How can you stay motivated when changing habits is so hard? In this episode we discuss: What is safe unsafe thinking? The importance of rocking the boat.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

David Dye of Trailblaze provides motivation, encouragement, and inspiration in this list of forty-five leadership gifts you can both give and receive. My talented creative team at Red Jacket West, who say YES! Follow David. Henna Inam of Transformational Leadership says that gratitude is a leadership practice.

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Vantage Circle

MARCH 12, 2025

This blog will help you with these questions as I share my experience elevating engagement and motivating the workforce. The primary purpose is to develop and create a work environment where employees feel valued, motivated, and aligned with the company's goals. However, what will help in such initiatives? Where does one start?

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

But here’s the challenge: asking intimidating questions can stifle creativity and problem-solving, leaving your people hesitant to share information, let alone ideas to fix the situation. They feel criticized rather than supported, and this defensiveness leads to less creativity and more playing it safe.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 27, 2021

Our second most popular leadership article covers how to prevent senseless feedback from zapping your team’s motivation. Have you ever watched a team member do something clever, solve a problem, or creatively improve a process, then ask them why they hadn’t shared it with the team? Asking For a Friend Vlog (With Karin Hurt).

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

This powerful phrase helps teams align on success criteria and go a level deeper and talk about personal motivations and desires. Instead, it becomes a motivator, driving the team toward shared success with precision and confidence. In uncertain times, it’s crucial to think creatively. Do I have that right?” The good news?

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 10, 2022

Key initiatives, motivation, strategic priorities, updates, celebrations–there is so much to communicate with your team. Five different ways can help with recall and emotion–particularly when you engage your team and get creative. Master remote team communication with variety and consistency. But here’s the big question.

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Vantage Circle

MARCH 24, 2025

Celebrating these moments not only fuels motivation but also keeps the momentum going. These emotions not only foster creativity and stronger teamwork but also build resilience against stress. The recognition fuels motivation and keeps you focused, even when the workload feels overwhelming. Keep doing it.”

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Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Understanding the different types of employee engagement is essential for creating a workforce that’s not just content, but motivated and driven to excel. Each type plays a unique role in driving performance and satisfaction, and together, they form a holistic picture of what keeps employees committed and motivated.

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Vantage Circle

MARCH 26, 2025

These intangible rewards tap into our intrinsic motivation, fostering a sense of purpose that financial incentives alone can't match. Long-Term Influence: They build sustained intrinsic motivation rather than temporary satisfaction. Recognition validates employees' efforts and motivates continued excellence.

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Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In the pre-industrial era, craftsmen, artisans, and farmers found pride and motivation in their personal work and community recognition. Motivation no longer came from job satisfaction but just to fulfill the job necessity. Finding meaning in their work derives a sense of motivation among employees.

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International Coach Academy

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

This collaborative atmosphere enhances creativity and innovation, allowing diverse perspectives to generate unique ideas and effective solutions. This recognition can boost morale and motivate public servants to work more efficiently. Happier employees are more engaged, motivated, and productive.

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International Coach Academy

AUGUST 14, 2023

She answers that she feels motivated “for some reason”. Having deadlines is a motivator for her. Going back to the picture, she says that she feels like at some point her whole body is coming out from the road with an energy of activation, and motivation of delivering the result. It allows her to feel emotions as well.

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International Coach Academy

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Motivation – The client reflects on what emotions they feel that motivated them to the actions. is an acronym for: Motivation – The client explores the type of emotions they want to be motivated by. Mind – The client explores the thoughts and words want to help with their motivation.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 8, 2024

The World Workplace Conflict and Collaboration results citing continued overwhelm, economic instability, lower levels of motivation, and poor management are symptoms of this upheaval. This may require creative thinking and flexibility, especially in a matrixed organization where priorities and incentives clash.

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International Coach Academy

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Now, imagine another scenario where four people are rowing together, supporting and motivating each other towards a common objective. Turns creative & innovative problem solvers into compliant workers delivering the bare minimum and lower quality work. This slows down engineering even more, making the situation worsen.

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