Beyond talk: Creating autonomous motivation through self-determination theory
Stone, D N. Ryan, Richard Michael Deci, Edward L.
Stone, D N.
Ryan, Richard Michael
Deci, Edward L.
Abstract
Many managers and academics have a passing familiarity with self-determination theory (SDT), which articulates the core principles that underlie sustainable motivation in organizations. But far fewer understand how to successfully implement a SDT intervention in the face of organizational pressure for short-term accountability and performance. We present the core principles of SDT, describe the principles that underlie successful SDT-based interventions, propose six steps (i.e., actions) that facilitate the creation of autonomous motivation, articulate the obstacles to successful implementation, and present examples of successful organizational implementations.
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Date
2009
Type
Journal article
Journal
Journal of General Management
Book
Volume
34
Issue
3
Page Range
75-91
Article Number
ACU Department
Institute for Positive Psychology and Education
Faculty of Education and Arts
Faculty of Education and Arts