Harnessing the power of employee motivation at work can be a transformational opportunity for leaders. Purposeful and well-developed external rewards and recognition programs, balanced with intrinsic forms of motivation can propel employees to do their best work. More intrinsic forms of motivation, combined with the right incentives, at the right time, can also go a long way in driving a positive and compelling culture of recognition. Audience members should expect to be challenged and to take action toward creating a more positive, recognition driven experiences of work that are lasting and meaningful and that impact employee’s emotionally.