A MANAGEMENT TALE, CONTINUED
THE WISE CONSULTANT told the executives what he had learned of the four Intrinsic Rewards that power workers’ engagement—the sense of Meaningfulness, Choice, Competence, and Progress. He told them of the far-reaching Effects of these rewards—on Performance, Retention, Development, Commitment to their organization, and Reduced Stress. And the executives truly saw the Power of these rewards and the need to master them.
“How should we begin?” asked the executives.
“I have given this much thought,” replied the consultant, “and have concluded that you must first look to Your Own Intrinsic Rewards.”
The executives, who were Busy People, asked why this was necessary.
“There are Three Reasons,” explained the consultant. ...
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