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EPISODE · Apr 24, 2026 · 15 MIN

How to Motivate an Unmotivated Employee Without Micromanaging

from You’re the Boss, Now What? with Desiree Petrich | Leadership and Team Development for Managers and Team Leaders

Have you ever had an employee where you think… “Do you even care anymore?”They used to show up early They used to go above and beyond And now… something feels offYou try to motivate them But nothing seems to workHere’s the shift: You can’t make someone care But you can make it easier for them to stop caringAnd most managers do it without realizing itIn this episode, we’re breaking down a few mindset shifts to help you look at this differentlyBY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN: Why “they don’t care” is often an assumption  How disengagement can be a form of protection  What might actually be causing the shift in motivationAdditional episodes to catch-up on Using The 5 Love Languages at Work to Build Loyal Teams How to Stop Your Newhires from Checking Out EarlyThis podcast for managers is here to help you:• Grow your leadership development • Navigate team management with confidence • Learn how to handle conflict at work • Apply real, practical leadership tipsIf this episode helped you:Share it with another managerLeave a 5-star reviewFollow along for more supportTake the DISC or Working Genius Assessment and get a FREE 20 minutes debrief with Desiree Taking Intentional Action: How to Choose the Life You LeadConnect:  Linked In | Instagram | Website

Have you ever had an employee where you think… “Do you even care anymore?” They used to show up early They used to go above and beyond And now… something feels off You try to motivate them But nothing seems to work Here’s the shift: You can’t make someone care But you can make it easier for them to stop caring And most managers do it without realizing it In this episode, we’re breaking down a few mindset shifts to help you look at this differently BY THE TI...

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Have you ever had an employee where you think… “Do you even care anymore?”They used to show up early They used to go above and beyond And now… something feels offYou try to motivate them But nothing seems to workHere’s the shift: You can’t make...

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