Such longing is the intrinsic nature of any human being. Maybe it is basic needs like financial that is of concern, or security in term of uncertainty about future job movement, need for teamwork to get work done as socialization factor, or recognition in the form of promotion, job title, or struggling hard towards self actualization. Obviously, different levels of needs requires different treatment and management. Furthermore to link and synergize the current needs with that of effective job performance as visionary and inspiring leaders requires creative ideas, energy and drive to make things happen. The current needs may seem unrelated to our work environment, as they could be in the domains of family or social life.
Inspirational ideas are essential to make sense of any possible connection.
Awareness and understanding of the above is still not enough to effect self motivation. Irrespective of our primary motives, values and job profile in term of achievement, affiliation and power, there must be something that triggers us to take the next bold step, or to feel motivated to manage these motives profile to satisfy our current needs and other advantages. If our needs and motives profiles are synonymous with assortment of tools locked in a box, we need the key to open the box to make use of the tools. I see that the key is our mental models, how we view the world around us and our reaction in the form of ideas, attitudes and life philosophy. These mental models are strong and powerful filters that either block us to take the next step, or facilitate us to act towards our goals, or simply dictate us to behave how we are behaving now.