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The Power of Meaning: Beyond money, meaning drives us. People thrive when they see the purpose in what they do.

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Importance of Acknowledgment: Simple recognition boosts motivation. Ignoring effort, even subtly, can drastically reduce engagement.

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Effort and Pride: We value things more when we put effort into them, as shown by the “IKEA effect”—we cherish what we build.

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Loss Aversion: People are highly motivated to avoid losses. Highlighting potential loss can be a strong motivator.

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Avoiding Over-Reliance on Financial Incentives: Money as a sole motivator can backfire, decreasing intrinsic motivation over time.

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Connection and Community: Knowing how our work helps others creates a sense of belonging and enhances motivation.

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Behavioral Factors Over Logic: Motivation doesn’t always follow logic. Often, small tweaks can shift our drive significantly.

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The Pain of Ignored Effort: If contributions are disregarded, motivation plummets. Recognizing effort is vital.

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Personal Identity in Work: We’re motivated when work aligns with our self-identity, making us feel authentic and valued.

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The Complexity of Motivation: Motivation is multi-layered, requiring empathy and an understanding of personal and emotional factors.

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