Aside from having great colleagues, a conducive work environment, and a nice boss, motivation is also a very essential factor for productivity. It is safe to assume that motivation is the fuel that drives an efficient workflow.

The Cambridge dictionary defines motivation as the enthusiasm for doing something, and it can be absent sometimes, especially at work. On some days, you are ready to take on the day’s tasks from morning, while on other days, you may not feel like working or doing anything at all.

It is important to note that motivation and demotivation are both normal. However, research has shown that certain factors are responsible for a lack of motivation, and understanding them will help you avoid the problem.

You may get demotivated due to the overwhelming workload on your desk. A great strategy to help manage the situation is to break down the tasks into short bursts. For instance, you work for 30 minutes and take a break of maybe ten minutes to help you recharge.

Sometimes, demotivation may stem from a lack of purpose. This is a situation where you are dissatisfied with the look of things and don’t know what to do. At this point, you need to get in touch with your inner self to realign with your purpose. Rize describes it as ‘rediscovering your why’. Write down whatever inspires you and act on it to get motivated again.

Also, you can improve motivation by loving yourself. Many people work hard but don’t practice self-compassion. Instead of criticizing or beating up yourself, it’s better to treat yourself compassionately. For example, learn to incentivize yourself with rewards.