Motivation Matters

“Kind words are like honey - sweet to the taste and good for your health.” This is one of my favourite proverbs to keep top of mind when leading teams, teaching students, and mentoring. Positive motivation is so fundamental to holistic growth. In fact one of the aspects I love from taking tennis lessons is the encouragement and positive feedback I receive from my coaches. Their supportive words help me play better, work harder, and stay focused on the game. For me, this is the only way I can stay engaged. As a result, I use the same approach. I focus on strengths and applaud wins, big and small. This does not mean areas to improve or weaknesses get ignored - some difficult conversations are necessary for growth. However concentrating on positive reinforcements and kind words make a huge difference for engagement, commitment, and holistic success.