It’s clear that we cannot directly motivate others; true motivation must come from within individuals. However, we can create an environment that encourages employees to feel motivated. What do you believe constitutes the right atmosphere for this?

Motivation is a multifaceted topic. In the past, as managers, we often discussed motivation in terms of influencing individuals to act by appealing to their desires or fears—essentially, using rewards or consequences. This approach involved concepts like the carrot, the whip, and the plant in managing people.