Is money a motivator?

Money certainly makes the world go around, but does it motivate people? Let's consider Maslow's needs pyramid.

Physiological needs: Food, good conditions, clothes, and so on, everything takes money. Without money, it's not possible to satisfy the physical needs of today.

Safety needs: The biggest need of today is financial safety, which is completely driven by money.

Belonging and love: It's true that this need isn't money-driven. Sometimes your financial status may determine if you can sustain being part of a particular group. Love is a big word and all I can say is that money can't buy love, but no money can certainly make it more difficult to be loved.

Esteem: While respect can't be bought, a lot of other esteem needs are ...

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