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Intrinsic Motivation at Work: What Really Drives Employee Engagement

Intrinsic Motivation at Work marks a major advance on the topic of work motivation — one based on an understanding of the changing requirements of today’s workplace and the limitations of older motivational models. Written in an engaging, accessible style, yet grounded in solid academic research, the book is divided into three parts. Part One assesses older models of work motivation and why they need an overhaul. Part Two explains the nature of the “”new work”” and the importance of reintroducing a feeling of purpose and self-management. Part Three presents in depth the four intrinsic rewards that make work energizing and compelling — a sense of meaningfulness, a sense of choice, a sense of competence or quality, and a sense of progress — and how to create them.

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Intrinsic Motivation at Work: What Really Drives Employee Engagement

What motivates people to do their best work in any endeavor they undertake? Management theory and practice has traditionally focused on elements that Kenneth Thomas calls ‘extrinsic motivators’: pay, benefits, status, bonuses, commissions, pension plans, expense budgets, and the like. While these are powerful motivators, particularly in command/control job situations where workers have little or no say in how the job is managed, by themselves they are no longer enough. In today’s organizations, where managers expect workers and teams to self-manage their work, intrinsic rewards are essential. This breakthrough book provides the first comprehensive treatment of intrinsic motivation in the workplace-the psychological rewards workers get directly from the work itself-offering clear advice on how companies can harness its tremendous power to develop a more committed, self-managing workforce. Written in an engaging, accessible style and grounded in solid academic research, the book provides a diagnostic framework for addressing problems of intrinsic motivation and essential ways to build it. Thomas describes four intrinsic rewards needed to energize today’s employees: A sense of purpose or meaningfulness; The ability to choose how the tasks are performed; A sense of competence from performing work activities well, and A sense of progress. Thomas offers detailed information on these rewards, together with the building blocks leaders and workers can use to create them. Finally, he spells out the practical implications for executives, managers, and employees themselves. Intrinsic Motivation at Work makes a major contribution to the topic of work motivation-one that is based on a keen understanding of the changing requirements of today’s workplace and the limitations of other motivational models. The paradigm and practical approaches this path-breaking book provides will help business leaders build motivation at every level of their organizations. Ken is also the co-author of the new assessment, the Work Engagement Profile, which measures four intrinsic rewards that fuel employee engagement in the workplace, as discussed in Intrinsic Motivation at Work. The WEP is published by CPP, Inc.

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Positive Affirmations Journal: 100 Journal Writing Prompts to Explore Your Thoughts, Focus on the Positive, and Visualize the Life You Really Want

Repeating affirmations is simple – but an effective affirmation involves much more than the words you speak!

That’s why Positive Affirmations Journal is not your typical interactive workbook. It includes 50 positive affirmations with TWO different writing prompts for each one. Yes, two, and it’s designed this way for good reason.

These 100 unique writing prompts help you dig deep by approaching your thoughts from more than one perspective. Instead of only scratching the surface, you’ll take a close look at what’s really going on in your head.

What hidden negative thoughts are holding you back? Are you truly open to new possibilities, or are you letting your mind run on autopilot? Are you pursuing your passions or living by default? Do you have a clear picture of exactly what you want, or only a vague notion?

This book takes you on a quest to find answers to those questions and more. The affirmations cover a broad range of topics, and the engaging prompters make your journey interesting and fun. From serious self-reflection to letting your imagination run wild, you will be encouraged and inspired to rethink your positive thinking.

Most importantly, you’ll explore the connections between your thoughts and the emotions behind them. Creative journaling is an excellent way to raise your self-awareness, and these 100 writing ideas provide keys to transforming meaningless statements into powerful, positive affirmations.

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The Motivation Myth: How High Achievers Really Set Themselves Up to Win

From Inc.com’s most popular columnist, a counterintuitive–but highly practical–guide to finding and maintaining the motivation to achieve great things.
 
It’s comforting to imagine that superstars in their fields were just born better equipped than the rest of us. When a co-worker loses 20 pounds, or a friend runs a marathon while completing a huge project at work, we assume they have more grit, more willpower, more innate talent, and above all, more motivation to see their goals through.
 
But that’s not at actually true, as popular Inc.com columnist Jeff Haden proves. “Motivation” as we know it is a myth. Motivation isn’t the special sauce that we require at the beginning of any major change. In fact, motivation is a result of process, not a cause. Understanding this will change the way you approach any obstacle or big goal.
 
Haden shows us how to reframe our thinking about the relationship of motivation to success. He meets us at our level–at the beginning of any big goal we have for our lives, a little anxious and unsure about our way forward, a little burned by self help books and strategies that have failed us in the past—and offers practical advice that anyone can use to stop stalling and start working on those dreams.
 
Haden takes the mystery out of accomplishment, proving that success isn’t about spiritual awakening or a lightning bolt of inspiration –as Tony Robbins and adherents of The Secret believe–but instead, about clear and repeatable processes. Using his own advice, Haden has consistently drawn 2 million readers a month to his posts, completed a 107-mile long mountain bike race, and lost 10 pounds in a month.
 
Success isn’t for the uniquely-qualified; it’s possible for any person who understands the true nature of motivation. Jeff Haden can help you transcend average and make lasting positive change in your life.

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Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man, Expanded Edition CD: What Men Really Think About Love, Relationships, Intimacy, and Commitment

An International Bestseller

With translations in more than thirty languages, Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man is the definitive relationship guide for women.

Steve Harvey can’t count the number of impressive women he’s met over the years—the many incredible women who can run a business, have three kids, maintain a household in tiptop shape, and chair a church group all at the same time. So, when it comes to relationships, why can’t these same women figure out what makes men commit? According to Steve, it’s because they’re asking other women for advice when they should be going directly to the source. In this expanded edition, Steve includes an added section of all new advice, with tips on dealing with your partner’s exes, spicing up your relationship, ensuring you’re ready for that walk down the aisle, and much more.

Sometimes funny, often unflinchingly direct, but always truthful, Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man is a book you must listen to if you want to understand how men think when it comes to relationships, intimacy, and love.

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What Does the Bible Really Teach about Homosexuality?

In just a few short years, massive shifts in public opinion have radically reshaped society’s views on homosexuality. Feeling the pressure to forsake long-held beliefs about sex and marriage, some argue that Christians have historically misunderstood the Bible’s teaching on this issue. But does this approach do justice to what the Bible really teaches about homosexuality? In this timely book, award-winning author Kevin DeYoung challenges each of us—the skeptic, the seeker, the certain, and the confused—to take a humble look at God’s Word. Examining key biblical passages in both the Old and New Testaments and the Bible’s overarching teaching regarding sexuality, DeYoung responds to popular objections raised by Christians and non-Christians alike—offering readers an indispensable resource for thinking through one of the most pressing issues of our day.

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Instant Motivation: The surprising truth behind what really drives top performance

‘This will change how you see everything’

Linda Swidenbank; Publishing Director, Time Inc (UK)

 

‘Reveals the vital difference between how we really think and how we think we think’

Rory Sutherland; Vice Chairman, Ogilvy & Mather

 

 This book will change how you think about what drives you to succeed. Groundbreaking new research  reveals how your state of mind holds the key to your motivation, success and happiness. 

 

Compelling evidence combined with inspiring stories and insights will unlock a powerful new mindset that will instantly boost your performance and open your eyes to what it really takes to excel.

 

‘If you want to power-up your performance, read this book’

Shaa Wasmund, author of Stop Talking, Start Doing

 

‘Genuinely transformational’

Josh Krichefski, COO MediaCom

 

‘Compelling’

David Pugh-Jones, Global Creative Director, Microsoft

 

‘Life-changing!’

Sophie Hearsey, Editor, that’s life!

 

‘Highly recommended!’

Karl Marsden, Managing Director, Shortlist Media Ltd

 

‘Deceptively powerful’

Stuart Taylor, CEO Kinetic Worldwide

 

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