It is a common belief that the more motivated you are, the higher your productivity. But this is not always true. Sometimes people can be so overwhelmed by their workload and stress that they stop being as productive as they usually are. In this article, we will explore some ways to overcome motivational barriers and get back on track.
In the workplace, motivation is important. It is the driving force that helps us to do our best work. This can be both a blessing and a curse, as it can help us to do more good, but also cause us to take on more than we can handle.
Motivation is not something that just happens to us. It’s something that we need to cultivate. It’s an ongoing process of being proactive about what you want and why you want it, and then taking steps towards those goals in order to get there.
I believe it is important to understand what motivates you and what doesn’t. For example, if you find yourself saying “I don’t know how to do this” or “I don’t know how to do that” then it might be a sign that you need motivation. On the other hand, if you are feeling like there is nothing left for you at work and it seems like everything has gone the other way, you might want to find a different job.
What matters is makes you feel happy and comfortable, such as connecting with people or being creative. Having some control over what happens can be motivating as well, which might be why it is helpful to try new things at work. These are just examples of what can motivate you and what does not.
Why People Lose Motivation At Work
The reasons for worker demotivation are numerous. But the most common ones are a lack of appreciation and recognition, feeling undervalued and not being able to see the point in their work.
Lack of appreciation is an issue that has been around for a long time. It is one of the most common causes of worker demotivation. Workers feel less motivated when they don’t feel appreciated by their bosses or employers. Even if they are doing a great job, they may not feel like it is enough to get recognition from their superiors. This can be especially true in workplaces where people have been there for many years and don’t know what else they can do to get noticed or promoted.
There are many other factors that contribute to worker demotivation at work, but these two seem to be the most influential based on the data we’ve seen.
Here are 5 ways to beat motivational barrier at a office.
1. Automate the Process
There are many ways to get motivated. One of the best ways is to automate the process, thus making work flow easier.
Automating your work can help you with motivation in two ways. First, it will take some of the pressure off of you and allow you to focus on what is most important. Second, it will make sure that there are no distractions in your way when it’s time for you to focus on what matters most. Ask around or find ways to speed up everything without the need to manually perform each step.
2. Build a Positive Culture in the Office
Motivation is a complex phenomenon, but it can be broken down into three different types: intrinsic, extrinsic, and amotivation. Intrinsic motivation is the desire to complete a task based on the interest in the task itself. Extrinsic motivation is completing a task in order to gain something else such as money or recognition. Amotivation is the lack of motivation to do anything at all.
The first step in overcoming motivational barriers is understanding what type of motivator you are and how you can use it to your advantage. If you are an intrinsic motivator, then set up your workspace so that it suits your needs and interests. If you are an extrinsic motivator, then set up rewards for yourself like a bonus for meeting your time limit, a prize for your final project, or a trip to the Bahamas after you finish your dissertation.
If you are an amotivator, then schedule in time for yourself each day and schedule in rewards for yourself each week- like a massage or a movie. Motivation is the action that one engages in to attain an intended goal.
3. Create Specific Incentives for Employees
Let’s discuss the use of incentives to motivate employees. The three types of incentives are intrinsic, extrinsic, and mixed. Intrinsic incentives are the type that come from within the employee. They are not offered or given by an outside source, but they still motivate employees because it is something they want to do for their own personal reasons. For example, if a person enjoys exercising, they will want to be able to exercise more often or they will want to be able to exercise when they are feeling unwell
Extrinsic incentives are rewards that come from outside sources like money or other tangible items. These are commonly used tactics in economics, education and parenting. Give employees a target and if they meet them, they will get a bonus.
Mixed incentives combine both intrinsic and extrinsic motivations in order to get the best results when motivating employees.
4. Fight Negative Thoughts with Positive Ones
The key to overcoming motivational barriers is to create a positive mindset. Firstly, you can start by believing in yourself. How you view yourself as an individual will change the entire perception of how you view things around. Look into the mirror at morning and tell yourself that you are achieving greatness today, or you are good enough in every way. It may sound fake and forced in the beginning, but over time, you will start believing in your own affirmations.
One other way to do this is by using motivational quotes or watching motivational videos. Not everyone likes it, but to those who do, they will remember by heart.
There is no such thing as a perfect person, and you may not ever be able to fully achieve your goals. But that shouldn’t stop you from trying your best and make changes when necessary.
5. Cut Distractions and Prioritize Your Most Important Tasks Ahead of Time
It is difficult to stay motivated when you have a lot of things to do. The more tasks you have, the more difficult it is to prioritize them and start working on them. To overcome this motivational barrier, you can cut distractions and prioritize your most important tasks ahead of time.
The first step in overcoming this motivational barrier is cutting distractions. You can set a timer for 15 minutes and not allow yourself to access any social media or email during that time period. This will help you focus on the task at hand without being distracted by messages from friends or colleagues who might want your attention at that moment.
Next, make a list of all the tasks that need to be done for the day. Prioritize your most important ones and then work on them one by one until they are
Conclusion
Motivation is the driving force that helps us to work towards achieving our goals. It is a state of mind that is necessary for success and without it, we are not able to be productive.
There are many motivational barriers at work and they can be divided into two categories: internal and external barriers.
Internal barriers: the lack of motivation in general, feeling unmotivated or uninspired, feeling tired or stressed or overwhelmed.
External barriers: low pay or lack of appreciation at work, unprofessional environment, too much responsibility for too little reward, lack of recognition for your achievements.
At the end, it is up to you to overcome these motivational barriers in order to succeed at work and feel more motivated.