To boost motivation, start with extrinsic motivators like money, which can alleviate financial stress and allow for intrinsic motivators to take precedence.

The process of self-rewarding for small milestones can provide the energy and focus needed to pursue larger goals, creating a cycle of motivation and achievement.

People often seek external validation, but true motivation comes from within, through unseen work and personal accountability.

Motivation is a complex construct that includes inspiration, habit, and willpower, and it can be influenced by surrounding yourself with positive influences.

Motivation is just a spark; true drive and obsession are what fuel long-term success.

The source of sustained motivation comes from enjoying your work and believing it matters, rather than seeking fame or money.

Founders who are intrinsically motivated tend to win in the long run, even if those motivated by external factors seem to succeed earlier.

Passion, driven by dopamine and norepinephrine, enhances focus and is more effective as a motivator when linked to a greater purpose.

Transforming your relationship with activities, like running, can lead to enjoyment; I learned to love running by focusing on the quality of each step rather than the goal. An intrinsic approach ultimately improves the quality of our efforts, leading to greater extrinsic rewards when both motivations align.