How do you motivate yourself to complete a task?

Accountability requires that you hold yourself responsible for delivering quality results in a timely way. Sometimes this means finding ways to motivate yourself to get the task done.

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Research shows that low levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine contribute to a lack of motivation, fatigue, decreased mood, and difficulty concentrating. Use this science to improve your dopamine levels and increase your motivation. When beginning a large task, focus on how great it will feel when it is completed. Break the task into smaller steps and celebrate the completion of each step. Share your results, positive or negative, with your co-workers along the way. Take breaks, listen to music, or take a walk during lunch. Each of these activities will increase your dopamine levels and your motivation.