We’re all familiar with the standard human needs of food, water, and shelter. But professional success as a leader requires that your most important psychological needs are being met on a regular basis.
So what are your most important needs?
And are they being met in the course of your professional life?
How do you know?
In this edition of “In the Crucible” learn more about your basic motivations from Dr. Steven Reiss, professor emeritus, The Ohio State University, author of Who am I? 16 Basic Desires that Motivate Our Actions and Define our Persona, and creator of the Reiss Motivation Profile.
Recent research by Dr. Reiss identified 16 universal human needs that are essential to a fulfilling life. It stands to reason that if your needs are getting met, you’ll be able to tap into your internal resources more readily, better focus on your responsibilities, and enjoy your work more.
As a leader, who wouldn’t want that?
Listen to the interview here:
https://joescherrer.wistia.com/medias/37015bacb2
By Joe Scherrer | The Leadership Crucible