Types of Motivation

Positive Intrinsic Motivation: related to the will. “I want this” – Have you ever really wanted something and got it? Well this is the positive inner will. This is the main factor why people succeed and one of the most important drives. You really want it, but there are more factors to consider if you will succeed or not. Negative Intrinsic Motivation: This is where you will do it, but really don’t want to. It is a compliant mode where you kind of do what you are told because you are formed this way. It is not fun, but you will get the job done. Positive Extrinsic Motivation: This one is where you get paid or other benefits. This is a short termed motivational factor that is driven by a prize. It is good for the short run, but for the long run you need to move your motivation to positive intrinsic… There have been research on this topic, but we do not need a deep report to prove this point. Consider you are doing your job at 80 %, you suddenly get a $1000 extra to do your job 100 % per month for six months. And they remove the bonus you have been accustomed to, what do you think will be your effort percentage at work after the prize is gone? Negative Extrinsic Motivation: If there is no price, there will be punishment. This is the fear motivational factor. You are driven by fear of losing out somehow.

“I have never in my life learned anything from any man who agreed with me.” - Dudley Field Malone

What are your goals for this year? Have you written them out and placed them somewhere visible? Have you listed out the steps to achieve these goals? How is the process going? What did you achieve last year? What did you achieve not knowing fully that you could? What did you not achieve last year? Why? Did your goal change? Did you let obstacles deter you? Why did you let yourself lose sight? Do you really want your goal or does it just sound good? Are you detailed in what you want? Use positive self-talk to encourage yourself. Whenever you do things are you getting closer to your goal or further away from your goal? Ask yourself that bf Practice visualizing yourself achieving your goals. Sit calmly and envision yourself living your dreams.

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Last Minute Revision

The O level and A level exams are almost here. Most students are in a panic, rushing to cram notes and practice papers. If you have been preparing steadily throughout the year then all you need to do now is keep calm and skim through your notes. Focus on having a clear and level head while sharpening your question answering skills.

In case you have not been working steadily throughout the year we have the following pointers for you:

-Make mind maps on every topic you can. Summarize the main ideas using the mind mapping skills we have taught you. Studying straight from these mind maps will be easier as you have less text to get through

-Go through your old mistakes. Run through every single old exam or test paper you have and practice difficult questions that you have made mistakes in. Understand your mistakes and learn to avoid them.

-Use your teachers. Your teachers are your best resources. They know what you are weakest at and if you cannot figure something out, go to them. You have very little time to lose now and addressing your queries as soon as possible can only benefit you.

-Study according to your learning style. If you are auditory then read your notes out to you. If you are kinesthatic, walk around your house repeating your facts. Go through your notes from your program with us in case you have forgotten your learning style.

-Relax. Instead of panicking, break down your work into managable sections. Allocate less time for easy topics where you just need to practice and focus on zooming into problem areas. Study smart not just hard.

-Use your ten year series. At this point there is no use trying to memorize thick chunks of notes. Instead you should dive straight into your ten year series and attempt as many questions as you can. Once you are stuck, resolve your issue right away before continueing.


Remember to sleep early the night before a paper and eat well and healthily.

Good luck!