True North Business

Motivation Survey

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Remember, this is a survey, not a test. There are no right or wrong answers! As you read each statement, please mark it with a “Y” for yes, agree, or probably true, or an “N” for no, disagree, or unlikely.

  1. I would rather be living in 1850, and I wish that I were an indentured servant.
  2. I enjoy achieving goals and receiving recognition for my achievements.
  3. I would rather be asked to do something instead of being ordered to do it.
  4. I enjoy having someone ask me for my opinion or advice, and I feel good when others listen to me. I also appreciate not being interrupted.
  5. I can get frustrated trying to explain something to someone who has already made up his mind, and who won’t even try to understand the additional information or point of view I am presenting.
  6. I am likely to feel better (more interested, less frustrated, etc.) if I have at least some input and influence about matters concerning me.
  7. Time goes faster for me when I am busy, and I tend to get turned on by a sense of achievement or recognition for achievement.
  8. I would prefer to have 10% more income even if, to receive it, I had to work on a different job where the work was of no apparent value or importance.
  9. When I make a mistake, it helps me become more motivated and effective if people point out how stupid or ineffective I am — particularly in front of others.
  10. If I ask my subordinates for their ideas or advice, they most certainly will think I am weak, and as a consequence, respect me less as a manager.

Well, how did you do? Did you learn something about yourself while taking this survey? What observations can you make as you review your answers?

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