Motivation is the force that converts intention into action. In a work setting, it is the drive that helps maintain goal-directed performance. For over 40 years, scientists and business researchers have conducted numerous studies to determine what incentives help motivate employees. So many companies spend thousands of dollars hiring outside firms to give motivation seminars, realizing that by nurturing the talent of individuals and building stronger teams, they can help cultivate a happy work environment.

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ROWE: Good Buy or Good Bye?

by HEATHER MCCULLIGH | Jan 14th, 2010 | Performance Management |

One of the hottest HR topics we expect to see being discussed in 2010 revolves around an item in our Raging Debates Forum – the concept of ROWE. As Sean wrote here a few months ago,

The ROWE is a management strategy espoused by companies like Best Buy where employees are paid for results – and have complete control over their schedules. The idea is that employees do what they want, when they want. The [...]