Employee Motivation - On the Job
Management is the act of getting things done. The job of a manager in the workplace is to get things done through employees. To do this, the manager should be able to motivate his/her employees. It is not as simple as it appears. Motivation practices and theories are difficult subjects relying on several disciplines.
In spite of enormous research, the subject of motivation is not clearly understood and more often than not poorly practiced. To understand motivation, one must understand human nature itself.
Human nature can be simple and can also be complex at times. An understanding and appreciation of human nature is a prerequisite to effective employee motivation in the workplace and therefore, related to effective management and leadership.
To get motivated by self is not as practicable as it seems. Once the level of motivation experiences a barometric fall, it is very difficult to raise it to a required stage. Demotivation or lack of motivation in employee(s) causes boredom, lethargy and seclusion both at work places and at home.
The undercurrent of daily life is to a great extent a negative environment. State of fear, worry, depression and anxiety make life feel dull and monotonous and keep the cycle of procrastination or postponing work. It has a destabilizing effect on the person who suffers from lack of motivation.
Many researchers have found out various accepted ways to get one motivated and focused at work to enable oneself work in a smarter or effective manner.
Steps to Increase Motivation Daily
Keep energy level high to allow yourself get motivated.
Identify the task to be achieved and be specific as far as practicable
Ascertain what you want to achieve the goal and visualize the end
Prepare an action plan
Know the skills required to achieve the goals and acquire them if you lack them
Break down the goals small steps to be covered one by one
Acknowledge the completion of smaller goals and make modification if any of them is found difficult
Create an encouraging atmosphere by surrounding yourself with supportive people and environments
Be prepared to laugh at the setbacks and celebrate success
Analyze the feedback and act accordingly until unless goal is achieved.
