Intrinsic motivation comes from the inside; they are based on the individual’s self, wants and beliefs. Intrinsically motivated people do what they do because they like it rather than because they believe it will assist them somehow. When you’re driven to succeed by your internal motivation, you do not need external rewards to push yourself to excel at whatever you are doing (Morris et al., 2022). People who are motivated inside strive to challenge themselves and take on new challenges. They have objectives they wish to accomplish, and for some of these objectives, external motivation is optional. They are motivated to do their best because they know their efforts will be rewarded. Love of one’s work is another source of intrinsic drive since some people are fortunate enough to be employed in positions that truly fulfil them. When someone is working in a pleasant setting, they will feel at ease despite the difficulties of their profession (Legault, 2020). For example, employees who appreciate their occupations work without supervision or under minimum monitoring. Collaborating with others is an effective way to boost your drive. When someone works for the benefit of others, he or she is motivated to keep going even if nothing else is driving them to do so. People are more motivated to work hard when given discretion over tasks (Legault, 2020). Many people are driven by the ability to make their own decisions because it gives them control and autonomy. The confidence that comes from knowing you decided without seeking approval from others drives you to work harder to achieve your objectives and the goals of your business.
When people are motivated in an extrinsic way, it is because of the actions of other people. Extrinsic motivation occurs when an individual is inspired to act, study, or perform by the promise of a prestigious reward rather than by the intrinsic value of the event in terms of personal growth. Extrinsic incentives can be shown in practices like awarding awards to pupils with the highest grades (Sansone & Tang, 2021). The majority of pupils will put in additional effort to get the award. Students will work harder for a teacher who gives them positive feedback since no one likes to be left out of the spotlight (Sansone & Tang, 2021). When a company offers a tour of the employee’s choosing as a reward for exceptional performance, this is another example of extrinsic motivation. The external motivation will drive the vice president if the president publicly acknowledges and appreciates the vice president for his outstanding job.
As a nurse, my virtues are the intrinsic motivation for me in my everyday life experience. Empathy, the will and need to help others, and the satisfaction of helping patients is all the intrinsic motivation I need and have. They keep me focused on my career and help me strive for better. However, in extrinsically motivated areas, I would implement intrinsic motivation by looking beyond the wants and needs that are tangible (Sansone & Tang, 2021). I would look into the inside and denote the hope of helping others and the satisfaction of improving the lives of others and use those as my intrinsic motivation. I stay motivated at all times through my work and school by setting up goals and objectives that are done monthly, which keep me focused. The satisfaction of fulfilling those objectives and the need to fulfil them keep me moving and work as my intrinsic motivators.
References
Legault, L. (2020). Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. Encyclopedia of personality and individual differences, 2416-2419. https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/978-3-319-24612-3_1139.pdf
Morris, L. S., Grehl, M. M., Rutter, S. B., Mehta, M., & Westwater, M. L. (2022). On what motivates us: a detailed review of intrinsic v. extrinsic motivation. Psychological medicine, 1-16. https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/psychological-medicine/article/on-what-motivates-us-a-detailed-review-of-intrinsic-v-extrinsic-motivation/3FC35CD80D991744CD764AF2FBCD3BBB
Sansone, C., & Tang, Y. (2021). Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and self-determination theory. Motivation Science, 7(2), 113. https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2021-68513-003
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