{"id":15358,"date":"2016-11-16T14:52:57","date_gmt":"2016-11-16T13:52:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.targettraining.eu\/?p=15358"},"modified":"2026-08-04T14:17:54","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T12:17:54","slug":"ted-talks-motivation-leadership","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.targettraining.eu\/de\/ted-talks-motivation-leadership\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding Motivation: Three Leadership Lessons from TED Talks"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id='avia-messagebox-' class='avia_message_box av_notification av-3zj1f5i-e7d3cf4a2ec6ed12f60ecbc26c344ed7 avia-color-silver avia-size-normal avia-icon_select-yes avia-border-  avia-builder-el-0  el_before_av_table  avia-builder-el-first ' ><div class=\"avia_message_box_content\"><span class='avia_message_box_icon avia-iconfont avia-font-entypo-fontello' data-av_icon='\ue81f' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' ><\/span><p>This post explores three TED Talks that offer different perspectives on motivation and leadership. By looking at what makes work meaningful, how everyday actions shape leadership, and how mindset influences performance, it provides practical insights for managers who want to better understand what drives people and create the conditions for motivation to thrive.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='avia-table av-3cmsw9a-e8bb4a96a8d5e1ca6bb60ef95c2b8c3a main_color avia-pricing-table-container avia_pricing_minimal  avia-builder-el-1  el_after_av_notification  el_before_av_video  avia-table-1'  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Table\" ><div class=\"pricing-table-wrap\"><ul class='pricing-table '><li class='avia-heading-row'><div class='first-table-item'>Reading time<\/div><span class='pricing-extra'><\/span><\/li><li class=''>7 Minutes<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"pricing-table-wrap\"><ul class='pricing-table '><li class='avia-heading-row'><div class='first-table-item'>Target audience<\/div><span class='pricing-extra'><\/span><\/li><li class=''>Managers and leaders who want to better understand what motivates people, create more engaging work environments, and influence others more effectively.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong>Motivation is something that affects everyone in the workplace.<\/strong> At different times, we all experience moments when we feel energised, committed and connected to what we do\u2014and moments when that motivation becomes harder to sustain.<\/p>\n<p>Our motivation can be influenced by many external factors within the workplace. Poor communication, lack of recognition, unclear expectations, excessive control and limited opportunities to contribute can gradually reduce people&#8217;s engagement and commitment. Even highly capable and motivated individuals can become disengaged when they feel undervalued, disconnected or unable to influence their work.<\/p>\n<p>So, what helps people stay motivated and engaged at work? While there is no single answer, motivation is often influenced by whether people feel that their work has meaning, that their contribution is valued, that they have a positive impact on others and that they are able to grow and succeed. Understanding what gives people a sense of value\u2014both in the work they do and in the way they are treated\u2014is a key part of understanding motivation.<\/p>\n<p>The following TED Talks explore three different perspectives on motivation and leadership, offering insights into what drives people and how leaders can create environments where motivation can thrive. Together, they highlight some important questions that influence motivation: Do people feel that their work matters? Do they feel that they matter to others? And do they have the mindset and environment needed to perform at their best?<\/p>\n<p>The videos in this post cover three questions related to motivation and leadership:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>What makes work meaningful?<\/li>\n<li>What does everyday leadership look like?<\/li>\n<li>How does happiness influence performance?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><span id=\"hs-cta-wrapper-cf26b69f-29bc-4dd3-9d39-513d6ad4d456\" class=\"hs-cta-wrapper\"><span id=\"hs-cta-cf26b69f-29bc-4dd3-9d39-513d6ad4d456\" class=\"hs-cta-node hs-cta-cf26b69f-29bc-4dd3-9d39-513d6ad4d456\"><!-- [if lte IE 8]>\n\n\n<div id=\"hs-cta-ie-element\"><\/div>\n\n\n<![endif]--><a href=\"https:\/\/cta-redirect.hubspot.com\/cta\/redirect\/455190\/cf26b69f-29bc-4dd3-9d39-513d6ad4d456\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"hs-cta-img-cf26b69f-29bc-4dd3-9d39-513d6ad4d456\" class=\"hs-cta-img lazyload\" style=\"border-width: 0px;\" data-src=\"https:\/\/no-cache.hubspot.com\/cta\/default\/455190\/cf26b69f-29bc-4dd3-9d39-513d6ad4d456.png\" alt=\"New Call-to-action\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/span><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n<h2>What makes work meaningful?<\/h2>\n<h5>Leadership lesson from Dan Ariely<\/h5>\n<p>We often assume motivation comes from rewards, recognition or incentives. Dan Ariely&#8217;s research explores a deeper question: what makes people feel that their work is worthwhile?<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">\u00a0&#8222;&#8230;<span class=\"talk-transcript__para__text\"><span id=\"t-42275\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">If you read books of people who climb mountains, difficult mountains,<\/span> <span id=\"t-46550\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">do you think that those books are full of moments of joy and happiness?<\/span> <span id=\"t-51699\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">No, they are full of misery.<\/span> <span id=\"t-54040\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">In fact, it&#8217;s all about frostbite and having difficulty walking,<\/span> <span id=\"t-57722\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">and difficulty breathing &#8212;<\/span> <span id=\"t-59406\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">cold, challenging circumstances.<\/span> <span id=\"t-62468\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">And if people were just trying to be happy,<\/span> <span id=\"t-64946\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">the moment they would get to the top,<\/span> <span id=\"t-66827\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">they would say, &#8218;This was a terrible mistake.<\/span> <span id=\"t-68976\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">I&#8217;ll never do it again&#8217;&#8230;&#8220;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong>Dan Ariely<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div  class='avia-video av-2g4804e-8470401acec12665ce1f5dc9865176be avia-video-4-3 av-no-preview-image avia-video-load-always av-lazyload-immediate av-lazyload-video-embed'  itemprop=\"video\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"  data-original_url='http:\/\/www.ted.com\/talks\/dan_ariely_what_makes_us_feel_good_about_our_work#t-959144'><script type='text\/html' class='av-video-tmpl'><div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/embed.ted.com\/talks\/dan_ariely_what_makes_us_feel_good_about_our_work\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen src=\"about:blank\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/script><div class='av-click-to-play-overlay'><div class=\"avia_playpause_icon\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong>What is the key idea?<\/strong><br \/>\nPeople are motivated by more than just external rewards. We are more engaged when we feel that our work has meaning, that our efforts are recognised and that what we do matters.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why does it matter for managers?<\/strong><br \/>\nManagers often focus on outcomes, deadlines and rewards, but motivation is also shaped by whether people can see the value of their contribution. When people understand the impact of their work, they are more likely to feel connected and committed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What can managers do differently?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Help people see the bigger purpose behind their work.<\/li>\n<li>Connect everyday tasks to the impact they create.<\/li>\n<li>Recognise effort, progress and contribution\u2014not just final results.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid treating people as if they are simply completing tasks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What does everyday leadership look like?<\/h2>\n<h5>Leadership lesson from Drew Dudley<\/h5>\n<p>Leadership is often associated with big decisions, formal authority and visible achievements. Drew Dudley challenges this idea by exploring the everyday moments where leadership happens.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span class=\"talk-transcript__para__text\"><span id=\"t-16140\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">&#8222;&#8230;I&#8217;ve come to realize that we have made leadership<\/span> <span id=\"t-18660\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">into something bigger than us; something beyond us.<\/span> <span id=\"t-21094\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">We&#8217;ve made it about changing the world.<\/span> <span id=\"t-22991\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">We&#8217;ve taken this title of &#8222;leader&#8220;<\/span> <span id=\"t-24650\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">and treat it as something that one day we&#8217;re going to deserve.<\/span> <span id=\"t-27602\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">But to give it to ourselves right now<\/span> <span id=\"t-29413\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">means a level of arrogance or cockiness that we&#8217;re not comfortable with.<\/span> <span id=\"t-32872\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">And I worry sometimes that we spend so much time<\/span> <span id=\"t-35419\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">celebrating amazing things that hardly anybody can do,<\/span> <span id=\"t-38276\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">that we&#8217;ve convinced ourselves those are the only things worth celebrating.<\/span> <span id=\"t-41850\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">We start to devalue the things we can do every day. <\/span><span id=\"t-44281\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">We take moments where we truly are a leader<\/span> <span id=\"t-46461\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">and we don&#8217;t let ourselves take credit for it, or feel good about it.&#8220;<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><strong>Drew Dudley<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div  class='avia-video av-2609q0u-e764972dc8e50a6642e4deeb5c8e6fdf avia-video-4-3 av-no-preview-image avia-video-load-always av-lazyload-immediate av-lazyload-video-embed'  itemprop=\"video\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"  data-original_url='http:\/\/www.ted.com\/talks\/drew_dudley_everyday_leadership'><script type='text\/html' class='av-video-tmpl'><div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/embed.ted.com\/talks\/drew_dudley_everyday_leadership\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen src=\"about:blank\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/script><div class='av-click-to-play-overlay'><div class=\"avia_playpause_icon\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong>What is the key idea?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Leadership is not limited to formal roles, titles or major achievements. Small everyday actions can have a significant impact on other people.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why does it matter for managers?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Managers sometimes underestimate the influence they have through everyday interactions. A conversation, a word of encouragement or an act of recognition can shape how someone feels about themselves and their work.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What can managers do differently?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pay attention to the small moments that influence others.<\/li>\n<li>Recognise the positive impact people have on those around them.<\/li>\n<li>Remember that leadership happens through behaviour, not just authority.<\/li>\n<li>Consider how people feel after interacting with you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How does happiness influence performance?<\/h2>\n<h5>Leadership lesson from Shawn Achor<\/h5>\n<p>Happiness is sometimes viewed as a result of success. Shawn Achor explores the opposite idea: that our mindset and wellbeing can influence our ability to succeed.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p class=\"talk-transcript__para\" style=\"text-align: right;\"><span class=\"talk-transcript__para__text\"><span id=\"t-222581\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">&#8222;&#8230; One of the first things we teach people<\/span> <span id=\"t-224768\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">in economics, statistics, business and psychology courses<\/span> <span id=\"t-227608\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">is how, in a statistically valid way, do we eliminate the weirdos.<\/span> <span id=\"t-230797\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">How do we eliminate the outliers so we can find the line of best fit?<\/span> <span id=\"t-234200\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment talk-transcript__fragment--current\">Which is fantastic if I&#8217;m trying to find out<\/span> <span id=\"t-236320\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">how many Advil the average person should be taking &#8212; two. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"talk-transcript__para__text\"><span id=\"t-239100\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">But if I&#8217;m interested in your potential,<\/span> <span id=\"t-241935\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">or happiness or productivity or energy or creativity,<\/span> <span id=\"t-245000\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">we&#8217;re creating the cult of the average with science.<\/span> <span id=\"t-247595\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">If I asked a question like,<\/span> <span id=\"t-249000\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">&#8222;How fast can a child learn how to read in a classroom?&#8220;<\/span> <span id=\"t-251721\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">scientists change the answer to<\/span> <span id=\"t-253230\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">&#8222;How fast does the average child learn how to read in that classroom?&#8220;<\/span> <span id=\"t-256593\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">and we tailor the class towards the average.<\/span> <span id=\"t-258763\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">If you fall below the average,<\/span> <span id=\"t-260310\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">then psychologists get thrilled,<\/span> <span id=\"t-261927\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">because that means you&#8217;re depressed or have a disorder,<\/span> <span id=\"t-264767\" class=\"talk-transcript__fragment\">or hopefully both.&#8220;<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div  class='avia-video av-1ni1o3i-f04231ad66d0c602f1e19de329b7accf avia-video-4-3 av-no-preview-image avia-video-load-always av-lazyload-immediate av-lazyload-video-embed'  itemprop=\"video\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/VideoObject\"  data-original_url='http:\/\/www.ted.com\/talks\/shawn_achor_the_happy_secret_to_better_work'><script type='text\/html' class='av-video-tmpl'><div class='avia-iframe-wrap'><iframe data-src=\"https:\/\/embed.ted.com\/talks\/shawn_achor_the_happy_secret_to_better_work\" width=\"1500\" height=\"844\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" webkitAllowFullScreen mozallowfullscreen allowFullScreen src=\"about:blank\" class=\"lazyload\" data-load-mode=\"0\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/script><div class='av-click-to-play-overlay'><div class=\"avia_playpause_icon\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p><strong>What is the key idea?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our mindset influences how we experience challenges, solve problems and perform. Success does not automatically create happiness; rather, a positive mindset can influence our energy, creativity and ability to achieve success.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why does it matter for managers?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Managers have a significant influence on the emotional environment of their teams. The way leaders communicate, respond to challenges and recognise progress affects motivation and engagement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What can managers do differently?<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Create an environment where people feel supported and valued.<\/li>\n<li>Focus attention on progress and possibilities, not only problems.<\/li>\n<li>Recognise achievements and celebrate success.<\/li>\n<li>Be aware of the energy and attitude you bring to conversations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Final thoughts: Motivation is created through everyday experiences<\/h2>\n<p>Motivation is not something leaders can simply give to people. It is influenced by the everyday experiences people have at work: whether they see meaning in what they do, whether they feel valued by others and whether they have the mindset and support needed to perform at their best.<\/p>\n<p>The lessons from these TED Talks remind us that motivation is not only about rewards and incentives. It is about creating an environment where people feel their work matters, their contribution is recognised and their potential is supported.<\/p>\n<p>For managers, the challenge is not to find one perfect way to motivate people. It is to understand what helps people engage, contribute and thrive\u2014and then create more of those conditions every day.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Motivation is something that affects everyone in the workplace. At different times, we all experience moments when we feel energised, committed and connected to what we do\u2014and moments when that motivation becomes harder to sustain. 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