The Fundamentals of Motivation - Motives, Drives, and being Blocked

The video explores motivation in the workplace, emphasizing the importance of connecting what you want with what others want. It distinguishes between innate drives and learned motives, and discusses intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. The video also addresses behaviors when motivation is blocked, including constructive problem-solving and frustrated aggression. Finally, it highlights cultural influences on motivation, noting that intrinsic motivators are generally more powerful across cultures.

What is the fundamental challenge in motivating people in the workplace?

• Finding a common goal for everyone

• Providing financial incentives

• Creating a competitive environment

• Understanding individual motivators

How are drives different from motives?

• Drives are social, motives are psychological

• Drives are external, motives are internal

• Drives are learned, motives are innate

• Drives are innate, motives are learned

Which of the following is an example of intrinsic motivation?

• Feeling proud of your work

• Receiving a bonus

• Gaining social recognition

• Getting a promotion

What is a constructive behavior when motivation is blocked?

• Aggression

• Regression

• Problem-solving

• Withdrawal

Which frustration behavior involves continuing to try the same failed approach?

• Regression

• Aggression

• Withdrawal

• Fixation

What is a common motivator in American-based models?

• Courtesy

• Relationship building

• Face saving

• Individualism

What is a universal finding about motivation across cultures?

• Cultural motivators are more effective

• Intrinsic motivators are more effective

• Extrinsic motivators are more effective

• Financial motivators are more effective