Explain the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and the role they play to motivate you in your life. Does one or both describe you? Using terms and concepts from the week to support your answer, what types of incentives work or do not work for you and why? Give specific examples. Which theories learned this week best fits with your example(s)?
Intrinsic motivation is something that originates within one's self
and drives the person in achieving whatever they dreamt of. This
motivation lasts long and it's not forced by someone. Someone
focused on the task to achieve it by mere perseverance in the
absence of all the other factors is very inteinsic. Satisfaction
and happiness are the two rewards one gets through Intrinsic
motivation. There is no scope for disappointment with this because
there is no expectation.
Extrinsic motivation is external and it needs someone or something
to keep a person moving in life. It doesn't last long because in
the absence of the motivating factors, the person won't act. Only
disappointment and resentment will be the results. Money for an
employee, marks for a student are the typical examples.
I'm mostly motivated internally and I strive hard to achieve what
is best for me and what I can do best. I set achievable targets for
myself and don't get disappointed if I don't get it. I just try
hard. I wouldn't say external motivation doesn't work for me but in
a limited level.
I like appreciating myself and talk to myself to keep me motivated
and at the same time money and fame indirectly keeps me moving
forward but I'm not disappointed in the absence of these.
I like Maslow's hierarchy theory and I think it fits me well as I
inch forward achieving each stage and enjoying the journey.
Get Answers For Free
Most questions answered within 1 hours.