Drive
Drive
Daniel Pink
Tobi Lütke
One of Tobi Lütke's favorite books according to "The Globe and Mail."
David Heinemeier Hansson
Takes some of those same ideas about motivations and rewards and extrapolates them in a little bit. - DHH
Danny Miranda
A highly practical guide to mastering your own psychology. - Danny Miranda
Michael Hyatt
Michael Hyatt recommended this book on his website.
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Drive

Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us

Daniel Pink
Daniel Pink
By
Daniel Pink
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In "Drive," Daniel H. Pink takes us on an enlightening journey through the human psyche, challenging long-held beliefs about what propels us forward. With a storyteller's flair and a scientist's precision, Pink dismantles the traditional carrot-and-stick model of motivation, revealing that the key to unlocking our full potential is rooted in our deep-seated desire for autonomy, mastery, and purpose. Through a tapestry of compelling narratives and evidence from four decades of research, Pink illustrates how these three fundamental elements can ignite passion and performance in all areas of our lives. As Pink peels back the layers on motivation, "Drive" emerges as a transformative text, offering both a new lens through which to view the world and practical strategies for fostering a culture of intrinsic motivation. Whether you're looking to inspire a team, enhance your personal creativity, or simply understand the mechanics of motivation with greater clarity, "Drive" offers a roadmap to a more fulfilling personal and professional life. Pink's persuasive prose not only convinces us of the inadequacies of outdated motivational methods but also guides us towards harnessing the power of intrinsic motivation to achieve remarkable outcomes.

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Released
2009
29 Dec
Length
242
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A highly practical guide to mastering your own psychology. - Danny Miranda
Michael Hyatt recommended this book on his website.
Takes some of those same ideas about motivations and rewards and extrapolates them in a little bit. - DHH
One of Tobi Lütke's favorite books according to "The Globe and Mail."
Greatness and nearsightedness are incompatible. Meaningful achievement depends on lifting one's sights and pushing toward the horizon.
— Daniel Pink, Drive

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