Instructions:This discussion board is intended to help you better understand the concept discussed by the Self- Interest and Motivation bloggers document (Leadership Principle - Self Interest and Motivation.doc), which relates closely to the Key Leadership Thought Pattern of "To gain 'buy-in", don't try to motivate people- tap into whatalreadymotivates them.: Steps to Complete this DB:

1. As needed, review the "Self-Interest and Motivation Bloggers" material, as well as the applicable section in the "8 Second Summary/20 Second Sound Bite" document.
2. Submit to the following to the DB:
   1. What is Important to you?It could be related to the job itself, or to how the job affects other areas of your life.
   2. What is one thing your Boss could do that would naturally "tap into" what already motivates you