Pure Motivations Produce the Best Results
A new study of West Point cadets finds those driven by purely internal motivations were the most likely to succeed.
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Study: Leisure-Time Creative Endeavors Make for Better Employees
New research finds a link between off-hours creative activity and several measures of job performance.
How to Motivate a Young Musician
Inspiring school and home environments help students develop a sense of themselves as musicians, which prompts them to keep practicing.
The Motivational Power of Media: On Breaking Bad and Your Emotions
New research finds short inspirational videos can stimulate viewers to pursue their own goals.
Making (Cheap, Monotonous) Online Work More Meaningful
New research suggests people doing piecemeal work online keep at it longer if the task is seen as significant.
Bloggers Motivation For Blogging Varies
Why do bloggers blog? It sounds like a trick question, but a study of top political bloggers finds their motivations evolve over time.
Sharing Intense Emotions Motivates Maestros
The stereotype of the self-absorbed orchestra conductor appears to be off-key.