Podcast 1320: Why Motivating People Doesn't Work...and What Does by Susan Fowler

In this podcast, Greg Voisen sits down with world-renowned motivation expert Susan Fowler to discuss the second edition of her groundbreaking book, Why Motivating People Doesn't Work...and What Does. Susan reveals a revolutionary truth: stop trying to motivate people. By shifting the focus from "carrots and sticks" to the science of psychological needs, she provides a blueprint to end "quiet quitting" and spark sustainable vitality in any organization. 🎯 What Listeners Will Learn: - The Myth of the Carrot and Stick: Why incentives like bonuses and perks often diminish creativity and long-term engagement. - The ARC of Success: A deep dive into the three essential psychological needs—Autonomy (Choice), Relatedness (Connection), and Competence—that are as vital to humans as biological needs. - The Six Motivational Outlooks: How to identify where you and your team sit on the spectrum, from "Disinterested" to "Inherent." - Leading Post-Pandemic: How to adapt leadership styles for the hybrid work era by focusing on rationale and agency rather than mandates. - The Power of "I Get To" vs. "I Have To": Simple linguistic shifts that can rewire your brain for better energy and focus. Our Guest, Susan Fowler: ➥ Book: Why Motivating People Doesn't Work...and What Does, Second Edition: More Breakthroughs for Leading, Energizing, and Engaging ➥ Buy Now: https://a.co/d/013Fy5UM https://www.mojomoments.com/books/ ➡️LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-fowler-955a174/ Learn more about your Inside Personal Growth host, Greg Voisen: ➥ gregvoisen.com ➡️Instagram: www.instagram.com/insidepersonalgrowth/ ➡️Facebook: www.facebook.com/InsidePersonalGrowth/ ➡️LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/gregvoisen/ ➡️Twitter/ X: twitter.com/lvoisen/