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Individuals can internalize motivation for uninteresting tasks by reflecting on conflicting action tendencies and reframing their reasons for doing the task. These conflicting tendencies arise from a sense of pressure and guilt related to work expectations and colleagues' needs. Motivation internalization leads to better performance, creativity, and satisfaction when successfully applied, highlighting the proactive nature of motivation in addressing uninteresting tasks.

Participants
  • Rebecca Hewett
    Role: Faculty
    Reference type: Written by
Media Outlets
  • Journal of Management Studies (Scientific or industry journal)