What is the importance of motivation?

The management of motivation is therefore a critical element of success in any business; with an increase in productivity, an organization can achieve higher levels of output. Research has shown that motivatedemployees will: Always look for a "better" way to complete a task.

The importance of motivation is often under-estimated and I would also venture to say that it's the least understood knowledge area among people who hold vital leadership roles within an organization. Being proficient at motivating your employees will, without a doubt, be a measure of your success as a leader. From my perspective, this is one key performance indicator (KPI) that should be on any leader's dashboard!