Exploring Moving Motivators – A Tool to Unlock Team Motivation

As leaders, coaches, and designers, we often face the challenge of understanding what truly drives our teams. Enter Moving Motivators from Management 3.0, a simple yet powerful tool designed to reveal what inspires, motivates, or even demotivates team members.

In a world where team dynamics and individual motivations are key to success, Moving Motivators helps uncover hidden drivers. I recently got my hands on this tool and, after using it with my team, I can honestly say it’s a game-changer for fostering creativity, collaboration, and deep reflection.

What Is Moving Motivators?

It’s a card-based game consisting of 10 cards, each representing an intrinsic motivator. These motivators range from Curiosity, which taps into the desire to explore, to Mastery, the drive for improvement, and Freedom, the wish for independence. Each card represents a core motivational factor, helping users understand what’s most important to themselves or their teams.

What sets this tool apart is its versatility. Whether used for self-reflection, one-on-one discussions, or team-building exercises, it sparks conversations that lead to better team alignment and deeper understanding.

How It Works

The tool is straightforward: each participant ranks the 10 motivators from least to most important. By doing so, individuals reflect on their personal motivators, while managers or team leaders gain a deeper understanding of what drives their teams. The process is simple, yet powerful, revealing insights about what makes each team member tick.

In the video I shot (linked below), I demonstrate how I use both the physical card deck and the digital version, which you can download for free from Management 3.0. If you’re like me and love having a physical deck in your hands, the cards are available for purchase, but the digital version works great for remote teams as well.

Why You Should Try It

What I love about Moving Motivators is its ability to generate meaningful conversations. Whether you’re exploring your own motivations or diving into team dynamics, this tool offers a visual and intuitive way to reflect on what truly matters. It’s an excellent tool for performance reviews, team alignment, or change management, and can help foster creativity and innovation by understanding what motivates people.

In the fast-paced world of design thinking and team leadership, understanding what drives your team is the key to unlocking their potential. I’ve used this tool to great effect with my team, and I’d recommend it to anyone looking to enhance motivation and collaboration.

Final Thoughts

In a world where motivation often feels elusive, Moving Motivators offers a simple, visual, and effective way to start a deeper conversation. Whether you’re a leader, coach, or just someone interested in improving team dynamics, this tool is worth exploring. It helps align teams, fosters creative thinking, and reveals what truly drives individuals.

Feel free to watch my full review and demonstration in the video below to see how Moving Motivators works in action. You can also grab your own deck or download the digital version to start using it today.