Over the years, many great thought leaders have come up with ideas about how to motivate employees to do their best work. Earlier philosophies include the Equity Theory (what an employee puts into the job equals what they get out of it) and the Goal-Setting Theory (the more difficult the goal, the harder the employee will work).

Because these concepts didn't always work, theorists began to focus on whether motivation was external or intrinsic. What became obvious to many was that both were essential. They realized that providing a supportive external work climate ignites an employee's intrinsic motivation.

Even more important, it was determined that when management sets out to inspire, encourage, recognize and reward employees for their accomplishments, the more personalized the approach, the more effective the results.

Leadership skills are crucial in enabling individuals and groups to work together. Ask NAS Consulting Services Group to develop and deliver leadership development programs designed to meet your organization's specific needs. Contact us today or call us at 1-800-NAS-HEALTH.

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