Reacting to the Motivational Environment

You can provide all of the bells and whistles, but if you do not pay attention to some fundamental characteristics of people, you will not be successful in developing a good motivational environment. Some of the fundamental principles you need to be aware of when working with people are 

Individuals view themselves as very special. Thus, praise, respect, responsibility, delegated authority, promotions, recognitions, bonuses, and raises add to their feelings of high self-esteem and need to be considered when structuring a motivational environment. 

Instead of criticism, use positive approaches and ask for corrected behavior. Individuals usually react in a positive manner when this approach is used. 

Verbally attacking (disciplining) individuals tends to illicit a very defensive response (even a mouse, when cornered, will fight back in defense of itself). Therefore, it is better to give praise in public and, when necessary, criticize in private. 

Individuals are unique and given the proper environment, will astound you with their accomplishments and creativity (even those individuals whom you consider noncreative). 

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