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About Daniel Pink
Daniel H. Pink is an American author and former speechwriter for Vice President Al Gore, best known for his research-backed books on work, motivation, and human behavior. He has written six provocative books about the changing world of work and the science of motivation that have sold millions of copies worldwide. His work draws on behavioral science and psychology to challenge conventional wisdom about what drives people.
Intrinsic motivation — driven by autonomy, mastery, and purpose — is far more powerful than external rewards for creative and complex work. Understanding human behavior through science leads to more effective leadership, selling, and decision-making.
"The secret to high performance and satisfaction—at work, at school, and at home—is the deeply human need to direct our own lives, to learn and create new things, and to do better by ourselves and our world."
"Carrots and sticks are so last century. Drive says for 21st century work, we need to upgrade to autonomy, mastery and purpose."
"The most fortunate people in the world find a way to combine their passion, their purpose, and their paycheck."
Chat with Daniel when you're...
- Working on books including 'drive: the surprising truth about what motivates us' or 'a whole new mind'
- Making a hard decision and need a direct, honest perspective
- Setting a bold long-term vision and pressure-testing whether it holds up
- Figuring out what to cut and what to double down on
- Preparing for a high-stakes pitch, presentation, or conversation
