1. MOTIVATION

2. Energizer Think about which you would prefer: to be asked to do something or be told to do something. WHAT MOTIVATES YOU?

3. Inquire Phase (U2C6L5:F1) Of these choices, which motivates you to do something the most? A)To satisfy your own needs B)The opportunity to win a reward C)A friend or group's desire D)A worthy cause

4. Inquire Phase EMPLOY MOTIVATION STRATEGIES THAT INSPIRE OTHERS TO ACHIEVE GOALS Learning Objectives Identify how individual performance within a group is influenced by expectations, ability, and motivation Explain the 14 Principles of Motivation Define key words: alleviate, complement, intangible, prejudicial

5. DEFINE LEADERSHIP The ability to influence others to accomplish a mission in the manner desired by providing purpose, direction, and motivation.

6. TRAITS/CHARACTERISITCS OF LEADERS

7. TRAITS OF LEADERS BE: Initiative, integrity, courage, loyalty, bearing, dependability, endurance, enthusiasm KNOW: Judgment, knowledge, tact, selflessness DO: Decisiveness, justice

8. It is difficult to respect leaders who seek their own comfort over that of their subordinates or who hoard credit for achievement made possible by subordinates True leaders place themselves last in priority and share the dangers and hardships with their subordinates

9. Needs form the basis for actions Leaders must understand how needs drive individuals, people, and groups to action Strive to create self-motivation in subordinates What motivates people?

10. 1. Make the needs of the individuals in your unit coincide with unit tasks. 2. Reward individual and team behavior that supports unit tasks. 3. Counsel individuals who behave in a way that is counter to unit tasks. 4. Set the example in all things. 5. Develop morale and esprit de corps in your unit. 6. Give individuals tough problems and challenge them to wrestle with them. 7. Have individuals participate in the planning of upcoming events. 8. Alleviate causes of personal concerns of your subordinates so that they can concentrate on their jobs. 9. Ensure your subordinates are properly cared for and have the tools they need to succeed. 10. Keep your subordinates informed about tasks and standards. 11. Use positive peer pressure to work for you and the unit. 12. Avoid using statistics as a primary method of evaluating units and motivating your subordinates. 13. Make the jobs of your subordinates as challenging, exciting, and as meaningful as possible. 14. Do not tolerate any form of prejudicial talk or behavior. 14 PRINCIPLES OF MOTIVATION

11. PURPOSE DIRECTION MOTIVATION

13. Gather Phase Click to see the correct answer (U2C6L5:Q3) A Cadet in your squad, Private Adams, got a medal for completing a task. You had a harder task, but you didn't get one. You asked your squad leader, "Why not?" He told you, "Even though his performance is usually not good, I gave Private Adams a medal because he did a great job on this task. I know it was an easier task than you did, but you already have a bunch of medals, and he didn't have any. I did tell you "Great job!" when you were finished, and I meant that. However, Private Adams needed something special to make him feel like he is an important part of this squad and to give him some hope for the future." Did your squad leader do the right thing? Why or why not? Select the answer (A-D) that is most correct. A)No. Private Adams prior performance was not good, so he should not have given him a medal. B)No. He should also have given a medal to both of them. C)Yes. He was trying to improve Private Adams' performance, and by rewarding him with a medal for doing a great job, he also is showing Private Adams the benefits of good performance. D)Yes. Everyone deserves medals for doing a good job.

14. Gather Phase (U2C6L5:G3) If a leader must counsel subordinates for negative behaviors, when and where should that counseling take place? A)Counseling should take place instantly and in public so the subordinate will learn the lesson immediately. B)Wait a week and then council the subordinate in private. C)Counseling should take place as soon as possible and in a small-group sitting. D)It should take place as quickly as possible after an infraction, and it should take place in private to prevent public humiliation. Click to see the correct answer

15. Gather Phase Reflection: How many of the 14 Principles of Motivation do you find challenging for you? Why?

16. Work in pairs Complete Exercise #1: Motivation and Leadership.Exercise #1: Motivation and Leadership

17. Reflection: What did you learn about how you use the 14 Principles of Motivation that you can use immediately to help motivate others?

18. Gather Phase Review the 11 Principles of Leadership and prepare to correlate them with the 14 Principles of Motivation. Work in pairs

19. Gather Phase Know Yourself and Seek Improvement Be Technically Proficient Seek Responsibility and Take Responsibility for Your Actions Make Sound and Timely Decisions Set the Example Know Your Personnel and Look Out For Their Welfare Keep Your Followers Informed Develop a Sense of Responsibility in Your Followers Ensure Each Task Is Understood, Supervised, and Accomplished Build a Team Employ Your Team in Accordance With Its Capabilities The 11 Principles of Leadership

21. Gather Phase Reflection: Where do the Leadership Principles and Motivational Principles overlap and gap in your Flow Map? Why?

22. Scenario #1: You are the unit leader and a member in your unit has accomplished a difficult task on time. However, other members of the unit have not performed as well and are becoming discouraged about being able to complete the task. What is/are the Motivational Principle(s) involved? How would you motivate the other members of the unit? Scenario #2: You are the unit leader and you notice an individual and his best friend have begun to slack off on their tasks. One of the individuals is normally a great team member, but his friend has been a bad influence lately. What is/are the Motivational Principle(s) involved? How would you motivate this member?