Please provide a peer response to your below classmate post

"Greetings,

• What motivates you as a team member or employee? What motivates you as a leader or manager? Are you motivated by different factors when you are in a "worker" role compared to when you are in a "manager" role?

What motivates me as a team member or employee is largely influenced by Daniel Pink's framework from his 2009 TED Talk. According to Pink, autonomy, mastery, and purpose are the key drivers of motivation. Having the freedom to make decisions, the opportunity to improve my skills, and working towards a meaningful goal all inspire me to perform at my best. Pink (2009) argues that traditional incentives, such as financial rewards, are not always effective for tasks requiring cognitive skills. Instead, he emphasizes that intrinsic motivation, driven by autonomy, mastery, and purpose, leads to higher engagement and satisfaction. This framework resonates with my own experiences and aspirations in the workplace.

• How do you learn what motivates your co-workers? How can you use this information to be a better motivator for your team?

Dan Pink's TED talk, "The Puzzle of Motivation," emphasizes the importance of autonomy, mastery, and purpose in motivating individuals. By understanding what drives your co-workers in these areas, you can tailor your approach to support their intrinsic motivations. This can lead to higher engagement, satisfaction, and productivity within the team. For example, offering opportunities for professional development can satisfy the need for mastery. Allowing team members to take ownership of their projects can enhance their sense of autonomy. Connecting their tasks to the larger mission of the company can help them find a deeper purpose in their work.

• Describe and illustrate ideas in the video that can be applied to team members and to leaders.

Quinn (2015) emphasizes the importance of authentic leadership and creating a culture of accountability. Team members can adopt these ideas by taking ownership of their tasks and being transparent in their communications. Leaders can model these behaviors by consistently demonstrating integrity and fostering an environment where feedback is encouraged and valued. Leaders can demonstrate integrity by making decisions that align with their core values and the organization's mission, even when it is challenging. They should also be transparent about their thought processes and admit mistakes openly, showing a commitment to honesty. Additionally, leaders can build trust by consistently following through on their promises and maintaining ethical standards in all interactions.

• Where do you find paradox in the exercises and readings for this unit

Paradox is present in the exercises and readings for this unit. Quinn (2015) provides several examples of paradoxical statements and concepts that can be explored. One notable paradox discussed by Quinn is the idea of time and the present moment. According to Quinn (2015) time is often considered to be linear and continuous, flowing in a constant stream. However, the concept of the present moment challenges this notion. The paradox lies in the idea that the present moment is fleeting and elusive, yet it is also all that exists and is all that we can experience.

Another paradox presented by Quinn (2015) is the concept of change. Change is typically seen as a constant in the world, yet it can also appear paradoxical. For example, a person may undergo a transformation, yet their identity remains the same. Similarly, an object may appear to change, yet its essence remains constant. Furthermore, Quinn (2015) explores the concept of free will and determinism. These are two opposing viewpoints that are often considered paradoxical. On one hand, free will suggests that individuals have the ability to make choices and decisions freely.

On the other hand, determinism suggests that all events and actions are predetermined and deterministic. The paradox lies in reconciling these two seemingly contradictory perspectives. Overall, paradox is evident in the exercises and readings for this unit, particularly those presented by Quinn (2015). The concept of time and the present moment, the concept of change, and the paradox of free will and determinism are all examples of paradox that can be explored and understood through these activities.

References:

Pink, D. (2009, July).The puzzle of motivation. Dan Pink: The puzzle of motivation | TED Talk. https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_pink_the_puzzle_of_motivation?subtitle=en

Quinn, R. E., Bright, D. S., McGrath, M. R., Thompson, M. P., & Faerman, S. R. (2015). Becoming a Master Manager a Competing Values Approach. Wiley."

-Priscilla