Discovering What Really Motivates Your Team
In our recent Fulling team meeting, we watched “Discovering What Really Motivates Your Team” by Todd Henry and explored what fuels our motivation at work.
Key Discussion Questions
If motivation were a fuel gauge, where are you right now—Empty, Half Tank, or Full?
What filled or drained your tank this week?
If you could “flip a switch” for instant motivation, what would it be—recognition, challenge, quiet space, collaboration, or something else?
Have you ever had a leader who truly understood what motivates you? How did that affect your performance?
Insights from Todd Henry
There are 27 unique motivators that drive people.
Great leaders learn to identify and tap into each team member’s individual motivators.
What We Discussed
Some of us stay “full” by having things to look forward to—personal goals, projects, or time to recharge.
Others find motivation in serving others, seeing real impact, or that “lightbulb moment” when a client gains clarity.
Refreshment looks different for everyone—some thrive on quiet time, others on community and collaboration.
Key Takeaways
Everyone is motivated differently—there’s no one-size-fits-all approach.
Conversations matter: Talk with your team about their proudest or most energizing work moments.
Replicate success: Once you understand what drives someone, look for ways to bring that motivation into their daily work.