How to MOTIVATE the UNMOTIVATED | Simon Sinek

We should not assume that a lack of motivation is an intrinsic problem. As leaders, we should first evaluate whether or not we've created an environment that inspires our employees. In order to spark motivation, people must feel seen and valued.

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Simon is an unshakable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together.

Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Simon has devoted his professional life to help advance a vision of the world that does not yet exist; a world in which the vast majority of people wake up every single morning inspired, feel safe wherever they are and end the day fulfilled by the work that they do.

Simon is the author of multiple best-selling books including Start With Why, Leaders Eat Last, Together is Better, and The Infinite Game.

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[mitchellharding]

Title: How to motivate the unmotivated.

0:00 "I don't think you can motivate the unmotivated."

[BugsyBun]

If all bosses are like you, we will love our job.

[quoteskeep]

That’s so true. “When you think about changing someone’s life, think about how hard it was to change your life” they have to want to change

[Rs]

Motivation is like drinking alcohol or smoking a cigarette, you feel high and feel like doing anything and taking any challenge. But when the high ends, a small failure feels like your life has no meaning again. Slow and steady wins the race

[trainkinder-getinspiredtol]

You can't motivate people. You can only inspire them and provide an environment where they can thrive. Well said, Simon!

[alasdair]

Totally agree! It's about creating the environment (physical, resources, people, practices, etc) in which they are able to self motivate. A good leader will find out what each person needs and facilitate this for them.

[ZaNoN]

Dear Simon,
As a teacher, that's what I've been trying to do and to say to everyone around me (students and no only students)! To add one more "term" to what you so brilliantly put, I would say "Sense of Belonging". You're great and truly an inspiration to us all! Keep making our lives better. I hope someday I'll do the same for you!

[durgaharidas]

"Don't label them unmotivated. It could be something else." That was comforting to hear.

[kevinkkirimii]

Its like you read my current situation. Thank you. Empathy in stewardship is like a mandatory value/skill.

[jpablo]

Shift your view and words and its amazing the wonderful things that can happen and be achieved.
Love your stuff Simon...thank you for making me a better father.

[AhmetKaan]

Loving yourself is vital for your happiness and well being then you can spread that love to others. Positive vibes to everyone ❤️🙏😁.

[inspiringyoungchampions]

It would be wonderful if all leaders felt motivated to inspire others around them. Sometimes the desire to see that the business does well and that the customers return, are the main factors that drive leaders to antagonize their most valuable asset, their employees. You're so right that taking responsibility for having unmotivated persons on the team is the first step to recognizing that they have the power to encourage the team along or help them to become better employees, so that when they leave, they are equipped with all they need to give of their best somewhere else.

[hetalpandya]

How naturally you shared this information, like no show off, not looking at the camera, cleaning your glasses, down to earth ❤️, no worry about what some people might think about it, just natural and honest! And true, thank you 😊

[gp]

You are a reasonable man with a good heart, God bless you

[racaciaruth]

You are such a beautiful soul Mr Sinek 💘. God bless you to inspire on that greatness you always do. 🙏You have beautiful eyes too. (Smiles). 💘💘

[sairammohit]

I wish to talk with you over a cup of coffee someday. It's one of the things I dream of.

[arrinjacob]

That environment that Simon is mentioning, is EXACTLY where I wish to be in someday...
But then again, maybe I have a higher purpose 🙏😏

[AhmetKaan]

“Most of the important things in the world have been accomplished by people who have kept on trying when there seemed to be no hope at all.”

―Dale Carnegie

Have a Nice Day! 🖤

[GagandeepSingh-ciut]

I am reading " start with why" and it has become one of my favourit books

[lesmedulistes]

So true ! "Motivation" is a tough one ..