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Motivation vs. Personality: They Are Not the Same

Motivation vs. Personality: They Are Not the Same

When working with individuals or teams who have taken the Inventory for Work Attitude and Motivation (iWAM), they often use the terms "personality" and "traits" when discussing their results.When this happens, we … read more »

Posted by Dr. Carl L. Harshman on May 24th, 2026.

How Much Information Do You Need?

How Much Information Do You Need?

Per usual, I find the comics an enjoyable and educational way to both learn and share.Jeremy, the 17-year-old who makes a lot of parents appreciate their male teenagers more, and Sara, his … read more »

Posted by Dr. Carl L. Harshman on May 24th, 2026.

Alternatives? or Procedures?

Alternatives? or Procedures?

“There are a thousand ways to kneel and kiss the ground; there are a thousand ways to go home again.”   ― RumiIf someone is motivated to consider alternatives or options, the Rumi's quote may … read more »

Posted by Dr. Carl L. Harshman on July 26th, 2024.

Does Motivational Agility Matter in Effective Leadership?

Does Motivational Agility Matter in Effective Leadership?

When reviewing the competencies and characteristics that define effective leadership, we typically find "agility" in the top ten.What Do We Mean by Agility in Leadership? Gary Laney, in his LinkedIn post on … read more »

Posted by Dr. Carl L. Harshman on October 29th, 2023.

Does Anybody Care About What You Want-to-Do?

Does Anybody Care About What You Want-to-Do?

Mostly they care about what you can do. Then, they might want to know if you've ever done it.  We're not even sure that they pursue the question of whether you've done it … read more »

Posted by Dr. Carl L. Harshman on October 7th, 2022.

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