Monday, January 10, 2011

When Motivational Factors Don't Exist

In most organizations there are traditional motivational factors that exist such as a monetary performance bonus, job title recognition, promotion into a different role, etc. When managing projects a key to success is having motivated project team members.

In my experience when the the standard motivational factors don't exist, you need to get personal with project team members.  You need to find out what motivates each individual on your team and then find how you can create the motivational situation.  Unfortunately, in some instances you just wont' be able to accommodate everyone and that's when other the other skills of a project manager will need to be engaged to ensure the success of your project. 

What do you do when the traditional motivation factors don’t exist on your project?

I have also started a discussion this topic on the Inside Consulting group on LinkedIn.
http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Project-Manager-Network-1-Group-37888?trk=myg_ugrp_ovr

1 comment:

  1. This short viedoe is one of the most interesting explanations of motivational factors.

    http://whitewaterprojects.com/2010/06/23/what-motivates-teams/

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