Motivation is a behavior that you can influence but not create. Even highly motivated individuals can get frustrated, discouraged, or tired on a project. Team members need to know they are valued, their efforts are noticed, and their good work is appreciated. Remember that each employee is different and motivated or rewarded by different things.

The key is to be timely, creative, and authentic and that the motivation or reward matches the interests and goals of the employee, whenever possible.

Motivation and Rewards Tips and Tools

• Creating Productive Work Environments
• 20 Ways to Motivate Employees
• Core Elements of Employee Motivation
• Motivation Quiz for Supervisors (pdf)
• Possible Motivators Worksheet (pdf)
• Rewarding Employees
• Workshops and Lab Courses