Welcome to The Leadership for Life podcast, my dear listeners. I'm your host, Mateo Lopez, and today's episode is all about how I learned to motivate my team. Join me as I take you on a journey of self-discovery and share my insights on inspiring others. Motivation has always been a topic close to my heart. As a leader, I've come to realize that it all starts with me. If I want my team to be excited and engaged, I need to first be genuinely passionate about our goals and the work we do. It's like being at Motivation Station, and I want to make sure you're all on the train with me. There were times when I felt frustrated because my team seemed unmotivated. But I soon learned that the key is to understand their personal motivations. Each team member has their own reasons for being here, and it's my responsibility to connect our shared vision with their individual goals. In my quest to motivate my team, I had my fair share of ups and downs. At times, I felt like Kevin Malone from The Office, trying to hype up my team with music and energy but losing steam when it came to the actual message. I realized that sustainable motivation comes from building a genuine relationship with my team and being there to remove roadblocks and listen to their concerns. One approach I rejected was transactional leadership, using carrots and sticks to drive performance. Instead, I embraced transformational leadership. I understood that true motivation comes from the heart, not from superficial rewards or fear of punishment. I found that celebrating successes with my team and being real and relatable were essential in building trust and inspiring them. It's not about being perfect but being authentic and human. Throughout my leadership journey, I've come to appreciate the joy of work and the impact we can make together. As a leader, I've learned to set clear goals for my team and provide the support they need to achieve them. Now, I want to share the tools that have helped me on this path. I'm offering you access to the same planner I use every day, which has been instrumental in elevating my leadership. You can find the link in the description below. http://leadoneleadership.com/joinus