Came across a very interesting theory by a chap called Victor Vroom. He suggests that power of motivation is the product of three things:-
Valance
Refers to the emotional orientation that people hold with regards to outcome. How much someone wants something, what are the reasons for it (money, progression, experience etc.)
Expectancy
What the individual's expectations are for themselves, how far they will go, what levels they can reach. Important question is whether they can actually achieve it (based on capabilities)
Instrumentality
The belief that once you hit your goal, you will receive the reward that you desire.
Do you agree?
Thoughts?
[Theory is called the expectancy theory of motivation (1964), if you'd like to read about it lel]