Motivation
Intrinsic motivation is another important emotional intelligence skill. People who are emotionally intelligent are motivated by things beyond external rewards like fame, money, recognition, and acclaim.
How to improve motivation:
- Avoid overusing extrinsic rewards.
- Celebrate your results.
- Focus on setting small, measurable goals.
- Introduce challenges to keep things interesting.
- Set goals to help build intrinsic motivation.
- Work with a friend or co-worker to find accountability.
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