Learn simple, realistic techniques to deal with common motivational issues like boredom, inability to get started, tiredness or burnout.

Training Points:

Signs of low motivation

• Physical signs - headaches, tiredness, sleep disorders, sickness
• Behavioural signs - poor productivity, mistakes, low concentration
• Emotional signs - feeling down, depressed, irritated

       
Case 1. Bored on the job

• Not interersted, not engaged
• Seek opportunities for growth
• Encourage their ideas
• Consult the team - eg. job swaps
• Manage their performance
• Help them move

       
Case 2. Can't get started

• Lacks confidence, feels anxious, overwhelmed
• Get started quickly - longer it's left, the harder it gets
• Provide support and training - talk it through
• Bite off a small chunk - the 'salami' technique

 
Case 3. Tired and no energy

• May be part of a daily/weekly cycle
• Examine eating and drinking habits - drink plenty of water, don't skip breakfast, eat healthy snacks
• The importance of exercise

 
Case 4. Burnt out

• Heard it all before, can't get excited, change overload
• Tackle as a team
• Have fun together
• Examine life interests

 
Money not the main motivator

• Recognition motivates!
• Get to know your team and their individual preferences