#193: Lawyer Leadership: Qualities Of A Good Leader

In 'Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us', Daniel Pink challenges traditional models of motivation that rely on rewards and punishments. He argues that for tasks requiring cognitive skills, creativity, or higher-order thinking, intrinsic motivation is more effective. Pink identifies three key elements of intrinsic motivation: autonomy (the desire to be self-directed), mastery (the urge to get better at something), and purpose (the desire to do something meaningful). He suggests that businesses and individuals should focus on these elements to enhance performance and satisfaction, rather than relying on extrinsic motivators like money or recognition.

Rework by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson presents a fresh and unconventional approach to business. The book argues against traditional business practices such as writing business plans, seeking outside investors, and staffing up. Instead, it advocates for a simpler, more efficient way of doing business, emphasizing the importance of productivity, avoiding unnecessary meetings and paperwork, and ignoring the competition. The authors draw from their experiences at 37signals (now Basecamp) to provide practical advice and examples that support their counterintuitive ideas. The book is designed to inspire and provoke readers to rethink their approach to work and entrepreneurship.