Find out in 60 seconds.
(Hint: it has nothing to do with incentives)
Here’s what happens inside the brain:
When people feel judged, their brain releases cortisol (stress hormone).
Cortisol shuts motivation down.
If you want your team to stay motivated, swap pressure for psychological safety.
Give a go these three simple shifts:
- Start with effort.
- Ask “What’s working?” first.
- Celebrate micro-wins.
Small moments of safety create big shifts in behaviour.
Because when the brain feels safe, it performs.
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