Motivation is a fundamental aspect of human behaviour that drives us to take action, achieve our goals, and find fulfilment in our lives. Whether you’re trying to improve your productivity, reach a personal milestone, or make a positive change in your life, understanding the underlying motivations behind your actions can be a game-changer. The power… The post The importance of understanding motivation appeared first on Plain Sailing Motivation ..read more

I often get asked; “What is motivation?”. It’s quite a magical ingredient in life as it has the power to unlock your potential, support your well-being and increase your performance. So, I thought I’d give you a bit of an overview… Extrinsic motivation comes from the outside: in work it is recognised as employee benefits,… The post Unveiling the essence of motivation: intrinsic vs. extrinsic factors appeared first on Plain Sailing Motivation ..read more

Employee engagement has emerged as a critical concern for businesses across the UK, with only a mere 9% of employees feeling truly engaged in their work. These statistics, while concerning, underscore the urgent need for a fresh perspective on how we approach and enhance engagement in the workplace. As Sarah Stones, a leading Motivation Specialist,… The post A motivational approach to transforming workplace dynamics appeared first on Plain Sailing Motivation ..read more

Hello everyone, I’m overjoyed to share a deeply personal account of my transformative journey with the OMEO from Adaptability. This unique stroke of genius (as featured on Dragon’s Den!) has been a catalyst for intrinsic and extrinsic motivation that has reshaped my world. Freedom through safe, all-terrain exploration Picture this: sandy beaches, rugged woodlands, and… The post OMEO by Adaptability: how this marvellous machine has changed my life appeared first on Plain Sailing Motivation ..read more

Workplaces are dynamic, right? There are so many moving parts, in every size team, in every industry, it’s tough to create a ‘one size fits all’ approach to improving productivity. However, one approach you can rely on to always deliver is, recognition. Going beyond mere acknowledgement, or “Oh yes, you are an employee”, well delivered,… The post How intrinsic motivation and recognition can improve productivity appeared first on Plain Sailing Motivation ..read more

it’s actually alarming how many people will reach a relatively late stage, right, maybe they are already mid-career before they really start to unwrap that top layer and ask themselves these questions: Am I actually motivated? Do I actually like this? Or is this not really not for me? Is there a reason why people might not kind of kick this down the line and not address it? It seems to me that the sooner you figure this out, the sooner you more likely are to love what you do. Why is it that so many people find themselves at later stages in their career struggling with motivation? The post Mast ..read more

PRESS RELEASE: POSITIVELY EMPOWERED KIDS FAMILY SUMMIT WHAT Friday 15th May is International Day of Families. Positively Empowered Kids is hosting a FREE day of inspiring international educators, speakers and experts delivering a range of engaging, interactive and fun activities LIVE on Facebook in celebration of amazing families all over the world. You will hear… The post Positively Empowered Kids Well being Day – Press Release appeared first on Plain Sailing Motivation ..read more

I started last week meeting two young people who had both been completely failed by the education system. On Saturday I spent my day with THE most inspiring educators you would want to meet. You would want any of them to be supporting your child. I was at BrewED North London. The post The Power to Inspire – or not? appeared first on Plain Sailing Motivation ..read more

In June 2022 Personnel Today reported employee engagement levels in the UK are one of the worst in Europe with fewer than one in 10 UK employees feeling enthusiastic about their job.  Just 9% of UK workers surveyed for Gallup’s ‘State of the global workforce’ report felt enthused by their work and workplace in 2022. … The post <strong>How do we manage and retain motivated and engaged staff?</strong> appeared first on Plain Sailing Motivation ..read more

Already given up on your New Year’s resolutions? Don’t be too hard on yourself. According to research, the failure rate for New Year’s resolutions is about 80% and most people have given up or forgotten about them by the middle of February. A study by Strava using 800 million user activities in 2019 shows that… The post 5 Things You Can Do to Make your Resolutions Work and Achieve your Goals    appeared first on Plain Sailing Motivation ..read more