The Importance of Intrinsic Motivation: Neuroscientist Explains

The Importance of Intrinsic Motivation: Neuroscientist Explains

What is the meaning and importance of intrinsic motivation? Why are intrinsically motivated people usually more successful? Neuroscientist and bestselling author Steven Kotler studied elite performers to understand how they achieve seemingly impossible goals. In Kotler’s book, The Art of Impossible, he explains the importance of intrinsic motivation and how it underpins whether you stick with your goals or give up when feeling overwhelmed. Keep reading to learn the importance of intrinsic motivation, according to Kotler.

The Struggles of Dealing With Stress and Anxiety

7 Major Causes of Depression and Anxiety

What are the struggles of dealing with stress and anxiety? Why is it so hard to change anxious behavior? According to Dr. Judson Brewer, many people struggle with getting rid of anxiety. He explains in his book Unwinding Anxiety that people are resistant to change because they believe anxiety has some benefits. Let’s look at why anxiety isn’t beneficial and the obstacles you’ll face while coping with anxiety.

The Importance of Interpersonal Skills in Business

The Importance of Interpersonal Skills in Business

Are you winsome at work? Are people drawn to you and your ideas? Do you have presence and influence? Startup success hinges on your ability to win over others. That’s the view of entrepreneurs Ash Ali and Hasan Kubba, authors of The Unfair Advantage. They discuss how you can determine whether interpersonal skills are your unfair advantage, and they provide tips on how to improve these skills. Continue reading to learn about the importance of interpersonal skills in business.

Building Self-Trust, According to Stephen Covey

Building Self-Trust, According to Stephen Covey

Why is building self-trust important? What do experts say is the best way to build self-trust? Stephen Covey, author of The Speed of Trust, says building self-trust is the first step in gaining trust from others. If you don’t trust yourself, then you could be engaging in certain behavior Covey says you should avoid. Keep reading to learn how to build self-trust, according to Covey’s expert advice.

How to Be More Engaged in Your Goals (According to Science)

How to Be More Engaged in Your Goals (According to Science)

How can you be more engaged in your goals when you feel unmotivated? How does practicing full engagement help you succeed? In The Art of Impossible, peak performance expert Steven Kotler draws on extensive neurobiological research to demystify the path to breakthrough success. Kotler focuses on a scientific way to be more engaged, including how the neurochemistry of your brain affects engagement, motivation, and overall happiness. Read on to learn how to be more engaged in your goals (and feel good!), according to Kotler’s scientific approach.

How to Make Progress With Very Little Effort

How to Make Progress With Very Little Effort

Is hard work really the key to success? What if we instead found easier routes to progress and success and integrated them into our lives? In our professional and personal lives, we’re often taught that to achieve progress, we must work as hard as we possibly can. According to Greg McKeown, it doesn’t have to be that way. In his book Effortless, he debunks this belief and suggests several ways to make the most of your time with less effort. Here’s how to make progress effortlessly, according to Greg McKeown.

How to Be More Competent: 1 Crucial Behavior

How to Be More Competent: 1 Crucial Behavior

What behaviors should you adopt to become more competent? How does demonstrating competence help others trust you? Author and former CEO Stephen Covey believes building competence relates to demonstrating trustworthy behaviors. In his book, The Speed of Trust, Covey explains that your most valuable interpersonal currency is having trust in your relationships. Read on to learn Covey’s advice on how to be more competent by building trust with others.