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Motivation can be
intrinsic
or extrinsic depending on the locus of
control. Intrinsic motivation arises when we are interested in the
activity itself. Extrinsic motivation is when someone or something
external to the activity drives us, for example when someone uses the
carrot and stick method to motivate us. Although extrinsic motivation
is effective, the drawback is that it is also somewhat disempowering
because the power
and
control is with whatever is used to motivate us.
When the reward or punishment disappears, then so does the motivation. Intrinsic
motivation that arises from being genuinely interested in an
activity is more empowering because we remain in control. Extrinsic
motivation however has a useful role sometimes. In fact, both types of
motivation used in combination produce the most effective results......
How
do you create intrinsic motivation? This is
described in detail in Pathways
of Power
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