Teresa Amabile - The Progress Principle

The Progress Principle: How Small Wins Boost Motivation and Happiness at Work

In the latest episode, Aidan McCullen welcomes Teresa Amabile, author of 'The Progress Principle,' to delve into her extensive research on motivation and emotions in the workplace. 

Amabile's study of nearly 12,000 diary entries from workers in seven companies reveals that making even small progress in meaningful work is crucial for positive emotions and high motivation. 

The conversation touches on key concepts like the role of clear goals, autonomy, sufficient resources, and the importance of supportive interpersonal events in fostering a productive work environment. The script also previews Amabile's upcoming book, 'Retiring: Creating a Life That Works for You,' which explores the challenges and experiences of transitioning into retirement.

00:00 Unlocking Motivation: The Power of Progress

01:34 Welcome Teresa Amabile: Exploring The Progress Principle

02:52 From Work Progress to Retirement: A New Research Journey

09:43 The Progress Principle: Small Wins, Big Impact

10:56 Managers, Take Note: The Surprising Truth About Motivation

17:27 Catalysts and Nourishers: The Keys to Sustained Progress

29:25 Real-World Impact: Stories from the Research

41:30 The Inner Work-Life Effect: A Deep Dive into Research Findings

50:50 A Call to Action for Leaders and Individuals

51:24 Closing Thoughts and Future Works

Find Teresa here: https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/profile.aspx?facId=6409

The Progress Principle here: https://www.progressprinciple.com

Tags: Aidan McCullen, Teresa Amabile, The Progress Principle, Inner Work Life, Creativity at Work, Employee Motivation, Small Wins, Positive Emotions, Innovation Management, Employee Engagement, Job Satisfaction, Workplace Psychology, Career Development, Retirement Planning, Work-Life Balance, Leadership Skills, Management Strategies, Team Building, Productivity, , Organizational Behavior