You've learned about intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation, plus the three key drivers: autonomy, mastery, and purpose. Now let's practice identifying these patterns in real workplace scenarios.
The better you get at spotting motivation types, the more effectively you can lead each person.
Engagement Message
Which motivation type do you think is hardest to recognize in others?
Type
Swipe Left or Right
Practice Question
Identify whether each scenario shows intrinsic or extrinsic motivation. Swipe each example to the correct category.
Labels
- Left Label: Intrinsic
- Right Label: Extrinsic
Left Label Items
- Lisa codes late because she loves solving complex problems
- Mark volunteers for difficult projects to challenge himself
- Sarah perfects designs because she takes pride in her craft
- Tom researches new methods because he's genuinely curious
Right Label Items
- Alex works overtime only when paid extra for it
- Jamie completes tasks to avoid getting in trouble
- Pat pursues certifications only for salary increases
- Chris attends meetings because attendance is tracked
Type
Multiple Choice
Practice Question
Rachel constantly asks for new responsibilities, reads industry blogs in her spare time, and stays late to perfect her skills. Her primary motivational driver is most likely:
A. Autonomy - she wants independence B. Mastery - she wants to get better C. Purpose - she wants meaningful impact D. Extrinsic - she wants external rewards
Suggested Answers
- A
- B - Correct
- C
- D
