Intrinsic motivation theory is another concept of self-leadership that draws from
psychology (Manz & Neck, 2007, p. 5). Intrinsic motivation involves the use of natural
rewards we receive from doing activities or tasks we enjoy (p. 5). There are two types of
rewards. One is externally delivered, for example with praise, promotions, or bonuses (p.
45). The second type is more subtle; it could be intrinsically rewarding to read the
newspaper, cook, play, or receive a mental congratulation; the incentive is built into the
task (p. 45). Sometimes people just reward themselves with a favorite activity after
completing a difficult task (Manz & Neck, 2007). Manz and Neck (2007) considered
intrinsic motivation to be the "naturally positive approach to self-leadership" (p. 42).
Natural rewards strategies are meant to develop circumstances in which a person is
motivated or rewarded by the inherent pleasure received from the activity (Manz & Neck,
2007).