This comprehensive one-day course dismantles outdated myths about motivation and equips managers with a robust toolkit of classic and modern frameworks. Participants will explore Maslow, Herzberg, and McGregor, alongside Daniel Pink's Self-Determination Theory, translating these into actionable leadership behaviours for the hybrid and modern UK workplace. The day balances deep theoretical understanding with practical application to diagnose disengagement and foster a culture of high performance.
Disengagement is a silent killer of performance, but you can turn the tide. Our one-day Motivation course transforms managers into leaders who ignite genuine drive. You will move beyond simple cash incentives to unlock the deep psychological needs of your people. Learn to spot the difference between what keeps staff employed and what makes them excel. This is not just theory; it is a practical toolkit for the modern UK workplace. Whether you join our open course, book a closed group session, or arrange one to one coaching, you will gain the clarity to build a high-performing culture. Plus, your learning counts towards six CPD hours. Don't let another day of potential go to waste. To find out more, contact us at lets talk at e q v dot co dot uk.
Counts towards 6 CPD Hours1 Day9:00 - 5:00 for GroupsOpen Public & Closed Group
Please reflect on one or more of the questions below and come prepared to discuss your responses during the session.
Self-Assessment: On a scale of 1–10, how would you rate your current skill level in this subject? What factors influenced your rating?
Development Focus: Identify one specific behaviour, skill, or capability you would like to improve or develop further.
Relevant Examples: If possible, bring one or two relevant examples or scenarios from your experience that you would be willing to share with the group.
What You Will Learn
Analyse the financial and operational costs of employee disengagement and quiet quitting.
Differentiate clearly between external incentives and internal psychological drives.
Apply McGregor's Theory X and Theory Y to diagnose and shift management assumptions.
Distinguish between hygiene factors and true motivators using Herzberg's Two-Factor model.
Utilise Maslow's Hierarchy to identify and address specific unmet team needs.
Integrate Daniel Pink's 'Drive' model (Autonomy, Mastery, Purpose) into daily leadership.
Develop specific strategies to sustain motivation in remote and hybrid working environments.
Create a personal implementation plan to sustain motivational practices post-course.
Your Post-Course Challenge
Within 7 days, conduct a 'Motivation Audit' of your team using Maslow's Hierarchy.
Identify one hygiene factor to fix and one motivator to introduce this month.
Implement a 'Theory Y' conversation with a team member who is underperforming.
Counts Towards 6 CPD Hours
This course contributes 6 hours of Continuing Professional Development. Delegates can log these hours as evidence of structured learning for professional bodies and employers.
This course is designed for leaders and managers who recognise that traditional reward systems are no longer sufficient to drive high performance in the modern workplace. It is particularly relevant for those seeking to understand the psychological drivers of engagement and who wish to move beyond outdated management assumptions.
This course is ideal for:
New managers who are building their leadership toolkit and need to understand how to inspire their teams effectively
Experienced leaders looking to refresh their approach to engagement in light of hybrid and remote working challenges
Team leaders facing issues with low morale, quiet quitting, or a lack of initiative within their department
HR professionals who support line management and need to equip leaders with practical strategies for sustaining motivation
Department heads aiming to diagnose the root causes of disengagement and implement culture-shifting behavioural changes
Business owners who want to foster a high-performance environment without relying solely on financial incentives
No prior experience needed
Whether you are just stepping into a leadership role or have managed teams for years, this course is accessible to all. It requires no specific academic background or prior training in psychology, as we break down complex theories into clear, everyday language that can be applied immediately.
What you will take away
Delegates will leave with a renewed confidence in their ability to diagnose the specific needs of their team and the practical skills to address them. You will gain a clear, actionable plan to shift your management style, foster a culture of intrinsic motivation, and sustain high levels of engagement across both office and remote environments.
For Groups & Teams
We can deliver this training session in several ways to suit your organisation’s needs:
Open Public Course
Join delegates from other organisations on a scheduled date
Closed Group
Exclusively for your team, using your real scenarios
In Person
Face-to-face at your premises or a venue of your choice
Virtual
Live, interactive online delivery via Teams or Zoom
One-to-One Coaching
Personalised sessions tailored entirely to you
Have two or more people to train?
You may want to consider a closed group course. Benefits include:
Cost effective for teams
Choose a date to suit you
Customise content and timings
No minimum delegate numbers
Uses your real-world scenarios
Builds shared language in your team
Contact us on [email protected] to discuss specific dates and delivery requirements.
How Our Tutor-Led Courses Are Delivered
Before the day
Delegates are given pre-work to complete before attending. This ensures everyone arrives with relevant context and real scenarios from their own experience, so learning is immediately relevant and actionable from the first minute.
On the day
Our sessions are participative and highly interactive. We don’t do “death by PowerPoint” — instead, the day includes a variety of engaging activities throughout:
Real-world casework using your scenarios
Practical hands-on exercises
Real Play (not role play) simulations
Peer learning and group discussion
Case studies and scenario work
Facilitated discussion and structured reflection
What you leave with
Participants leave with:
Practical tools — frameworks and models you can use straight away
Clear action plans — specific next steps tailored to your role
Greater confidence — built through intensive, realistic practice
Skills you can apply immediately — not theory, but techniques tested during the day
After the day
Post-session measurements and a 30-day challenge ensure that learning is embedded and behaviour change is sustained.
Key Features
Course Duration is 1 Day
Engaging tutor led event
Comprehensive course materials
Certificates of attendance
Access to Customer Portal (course bookers)
Course Guarantee
Priced per delegate per day for open public course
£449.00 Plus VAT
Can’t see a suitable date? Please request a date here
Payment available via all major credit cards or Invoice. All options available during the online booking process.
