At The Workplace Coach, we loved Pink’s insights into motivation. He writes about finding that “sweet spot” where profit maximization and purpose maximization meet. (By the way, that’s exactly what coaching helps people and business achieve.) Pink says that “Motivation 3.0” demands engagement (think collaboration, partnering or coaching) rather than antiquated ‘carrot and stick’ compliance based motivation. Only engagement can provide mastery or a mindset where both individuals and businesses seek purpose — a cause greater than and more enduring than ourselves. Buy the book now from Amazon.com
Update: Here’s an excellent 10 minute animated overview – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6XAPnuFjJc