Dr. Yoo Suh is a Gastroenterology Specialist in Palm Bay, Florida. He graduated with honors from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1990.
Doing something in order to obtain a reward or prize is extrinsic motivation. Doing something for the sake of enjoyment is intrinsic motivation. There are seven factors that can enhance intrinsic motivation. They are challenge, curiosity, control, fantasy, competition, cooperation and recognition.
In intrinsic motivation, the motivation exists within a person while âextrinsicâ refers to external or outside motivation. In a sense, both types apply the theory of incentive or reward to reason. These two types of motivation are applicable to many industries and all kinds of people.