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Intrinsic Motivation

Intrinsic Motivation

Financial Needs is about much more than money

On first glance, Financial Needs may seem to be an extrinsically motivated value, but dig a little deeper and its characteristics as an Intrinsic Motivator become clear. From working with financial indicators, calculations, and planning, to the satisfaction that comes from helping a company generate more revenue, Financial Needs is about much more than the number in your bank account.

Intrinsic Motivation

Competition isn’t just winners and losers

What does it mean to be intrinsically motivated by competition? Competition is not just about winning or losing, it also includes setting personal challenges and measuring your achievements against your own expectations, not that of others. In order to become a better manager you have to understand what competition means to you and your team members.

Intrinsic Motivation

What makes a good manager?

“How to Be a Good Manager?” is an elusive question to answer. Here are the top 10 behaviors managers should practice to be a Good Manager. It’s a sophisticated guide. Management is Art. From tips such as “Understand the Individual” to “Fast Feedback Loops,” hard won knowledge is shared to make you a better manager.

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As global events reshape work and life, intrinsic motivators are shifting. The State of Motivation Report 2025 analyzes trends from thousands of Attuned users, revealing key insights on financial concerns, social relationships, and feedback—helping businesses adapt, engage talent, and navigate an evolving workforce.