Intrinsic Motivation

Abstract:

Intrinsic motivated activities are defined as ones for which there is no apparent reward except the activity itself. People with intrinsic motivation engage in activities for their own sake and not for getting rewarded extrinsically. [1] One of the key principles for effective leadership of a program manager is the motivation of his stakeholders. Successful program managers have the ability to create an environment where people are satisfied by successfully fulfilling important tasks instead of earning a reward. [2]

The article will focus on how having people with intrinsic motivation within your project or program can benefit the overall environment.

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[1] E. L. Deci, Intrinsic Motivation, New York: Springer US, 1975.

[2] I. Project Management Institute, Project Management: A guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK guide) (6th Edition), Project Management Institute, Inc. (PMI), 2017.