In the latest episode, Aidan McCullen welcomes Teresa Amabile, author of ‘The Progress Principle,’ to delve into her extensive research on motivation and emotions in the workplace.
Amabile’s study of nearly 12,000 diary entries from workers in seven companies reveals that making even small progress in meaningful work is crucial for positive emotions and high motivation.
The conversation touches on key concepts like the role of clear goals, autonomy, sufficient resources, and the importance of supportive interpersonal events in fostering a productive work environment. The script also previews Amabile’s upcoming book, ‘Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You,’ which explores the challenges and experiences of transitioning into retirement.
00:00 Unlocking Motivation: The Power of Progress
01:34 Welcome Teresa Amabile: Exploring The Progress Principle
02:52 From Work Progress to Retirement: A New Research Journey
09:43 The Progress Principle: Small Wins, Big Impact
10:56 Managers, Take Note: The Surprising Truth About Motivation
17:27 Catalysts and Nourishers: The Keys to Sustained Progress
29:25 Real-World Impact: Stories from the Research
41:30 The Inner Work-Life Effect: A Deep Dive into Research Findings
50:50 A Call to Action for Leaders and Individuals
51:24 Closing Thoughts and Future Works
Find Teresa here: https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=6409
The Progress Principle here: https://www.progressprinciple.com
Tags: Aidan McCullen, Teresa Amabile, The Progress Principle, Inner Work Life, Creativity at Work, Employee Motivation, Small Wins, Positive Emotions, Innovation Management, Employee Engagement, Job Satisfaction, Workplace Psychology, Career Development, Retirement Planning, Work-Life Balance, Leadership Skills, Management Strategies, Team Building, Productivity, , Organizational Behavior