Moving Motivators

Moving Motivators is a serious game inspired by Management 3.0, designed to explore the intrinsic motivations of participants. This game allows for the identification of concrete actions to support and strengthen motivation within the team, particularly during periods of change or low energy. It helps participants better understand themselves and discover what truly motivates them.

Walkthrough

1. 1

   Introduction and presentation of the cards

   10 min

   The facilitator begins by explaining the objective of the game: to explore personal motivations to better understand what drives us to act. They then distribute a set of 10 motivation cards to each participant and briefly explain each card. Participants must then arrange the cards in front of them from left to right, starting with the one that motivates them the least to the one that motivates them the most.

   Tip — Use concrete examples to explain each card to help participants better relate to the proposed motivations.

2. 2

   Observation of rankings

   3 min

   Participants are invited to stand up and move around the room to observe the rankings of others. This creates a moment of exchange and reflection on the diversity of motivations within the team.

   Tip — Encourage participants to ask open-ended questions to others to understand their choices, as this will enrich the exchanges.

3. 3

   Individual presentation of rankings

   20 min

   One by one, participants explain their rankings to the group. They share the reasons for their choices and can respond to questions from others. This fosters a better mutual understanding and uncovers common or divergent motivations.

   Tip — Ensure that each participant has enough time to express themselves and encourage the group to listen actively.

4. 4

   Identification of activators and deactivators

   15 min

   Each participant reflects on what in the current organisation activates or deactivates their motivations. They then adjust the position of their cards based on these reflections, raising or lowering the relevant cards.

   Tip — Encourage participants to be honest and transparent about what influences their motivations in the work environment.

5. 5

   Determination of concrete actions

   15 min

   The team gathers to discuss concrete actions that could be implemented to increase everyone's motivation. Ideas are shared and discussed to create a list of possible actions to test.

   Tip — Facilitate the discussion by noting ideas on a visible board for all, and ensure that every voice is heard.

Variants

• Use post-it notes for each participant to write an example of a situation where each motivation is activated.
• Organise a pair discussion where each participant explains their ranking to a colleague before presenting it to the group.
• Add a step where participants imagine future scenarios where their motivations could be fully satisfied.