In this episode of the "HR Mixtape" podcast, host Shari Simpson welcomes Aaron Robbins, president of Intrinsic First, to discuss the critical topic of motivation in the workplace. With nearly 20 years of experience in leadership, HR, and process improvement, Aaron shares his insights on the difference between increasing motivation and improving the quality of motivation. He emphasizes the importance of intrinsic motivation and the psychological needs of autonomy, relatedness, and competence in fostering a thriving organizational culture.

Key Takeaways:

1. Understanding Motivation Quality: Learn the distinction between low-quality external motivation and high-quality internal motivation, and why the latter is essential for employee well-being and performance.

Guest(s): Aaron Robbins, President, Intrinsic First