BLUF
Bonus systems often fail to motivate because they create uncertainty, undermine intrinsic commitment, and can encourage unethical behaviour. Sustainable performance comes from autonomy, fairness, trust and purpose, rather than transactional rewards.Learning Outcomes:
- Understand why financial incentives often fail to sustain performance in military and aviation environments.
- Recognise the role of intrinsic motivators such as trust, belonging, and purpose in team effectiveness.
- Apply insights on motivation to strengthen leadership approaches that build resilience, ethical conduct, and commitment.
