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Summary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses the challenge of inspiring a team when one lacks the energy to do so. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between inspiration and motivation, advocating for a shift in focus from being an inspirational leader to a motivating one. Christa discusses the significance of creating a motivating environment and the role of employee engagement in achieving organizational success. She also provides valuable resources for further exploration of workplace motivation and performance.
Key Take Aways
· We can't inspire people when we don't have the energy (inspiration is about energy!!).
· Aim to be a motivating leader, not just inspirational.
· Learn what motivates your team members individually.
· Creating a motivating environment leads to better performance.
· Soft skills in leadership are really hard (!) and crucial for success.
· Discretionary effort is a sign of employee engagement.
· Beware of expecting extra effort without factors that motivate the extras.
· Resources can enhance understanding of workplace motivation.
Additional Resources:
Vo, T. T. D., Tuliao, K. V., & Chen, C. (2022). Work motivation: the roles of individual needs and social conditions. Behavioral Sciences, 12(2), 49. https://doi.org/10.3390/bs12020049
***Reader notes: I recommend the full read, but for the most focused sections to learn more from this episode: review Section 1: Introduction; Section 2.1: Work Motivation: A Conceptual Background; Section 5: Discussion; Section 7: Conclusions.
Gallup, Inc. (2021, June 28). Organizational Performance | Gallup topic. https://www.gallup.com/topic/organizational-performance.aspx
Gallup, Inc. (2025, April 18). How to improve employee engagement in the workplace - Gallup. Gallup.com. https://www.gallup.com/workplace/285674/improve-employee-engagement-workplace.aspx
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Ask Christa! Business Questions, Straight Answers, Real Impact
© 2025 Christa Dhimo in partnership with Impono LLC and 21st Century Strategies. Ask Christa! has a pending Trademark. All Rights Reserved.
I record and produce my podcasts using Riverside and their music library for subscribers.
Links:
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Sign up for my newsletter https://www.askchrista.com/newsletter/ for a copy of “The Survivor’s Guide to Business Challenges & Workplace Issues”
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By Christa Dhimo, Dr.B.A, M.B.A., M.Sc.MSummary
In this episode of Ask Christa!, Christa Dhimo addresses the challenge of inspiring a team when one lacks the energy to do so. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between inspiration and motivation, advocating for a shift in focus from being an inspirational leader to a motivating one. Christa discusses the significance of creating a motivating environment and the role of employee engagement in achieving organizational success. She also provides valuable resources for further exploration of workplace motivation and performance.
Key Take Aways
· We can't inspire people when we don't have the energy (inspiration is about energy!!).
· Aim to be a motivating leader, not just inspirational.
· Learn what motivates your team members individually.
· Creating a motivating environment leads to better performance.
· Soft skills in leadership are really hard (!) and crucial for success.
· Discretionary effort is a sign of employee engagement.
· Beware of expecting extra effort without factors that motivate the extras.
· Resources can enhance understanding of workplace motivation.
Additional Resources:
Vo, T. T. D., Tuliao, K. V., & Chen, C. (2022). Work motivation: the roles of individual needs and social conditions. Behavioral Sciences, 12(2), 49. https://doi.org/10.3390/bs12020049
***Reader notes: I recommend the full read, but for the most focused sections to learn more from this episode: review Section 1: Introduction; Section 2.1: Work Motivation: A Conceptual Background; Section 5: Discussion; Section 7: Conclusions.
Gallup, Inc. (2021, June 28). Organizational Performance | Gallup topic. https://www.gallup.com/topic/organizational-performance.aspx
Gallup, Inc. (2025, April 18). How to improve employee engagement in the workplace - Gallup. Gallup.com. https://www.gallup.com/workplace/285674/improve-employee-engagement-workplace.aspx
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Ask Christa! Business Questions, Straight Answers, Real Impact
© 2025 Christa Dhimo in partnership with Impono LLC and 21st Century Strategies. Ask Christa! has a pending Trademark. All Rights Reserved.
I record and produce my podcasts using Riverside and their music library for subscribers.
Links:
Follow the Ask Christa! Podcast: https://www.askchrista.com/
Sign up for my newsletter https://www.askchrista.com/newsletter/ for a copy of “The Survivor’s Guide to Business Challenges & Workplace Issues”
To book Christa Dhimo for Public Speaking and Workshops: https://christadhimo.com/
Join Christa’s professional community! https://www.linkedin.com/in/christadhimo/