What is the Motivating by Appreciation Inventory (MBAI)?

The Motivating by Appreciation Inventory (MBAI) helps you take the guesswork out of showing appreciation. This simple online assessment identifies each person's primary appreciation language and outlines their most valuable actions. With clear, personalized results, you can stop using one-size-fits-all approaches and start hitting the mark with meaningful appreciation that truly resonates.

What are the 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace?

The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace is a trusted resource that helps leaders communicate appreciation in ways that truly resonate. The framework identifies each team member's primary appreciation language and offers simple, practical ways to express it in everyday work, helping to improve morale, strengthen trust, and reduce turnover.

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Growth Isn’t an Accident: Choosing the Life You Want to Build

“The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice.” –Brian Herbert Several years ago, I got it into my head that I was going to grow a garden. Now, I should tell you right up front. This was optimistic at best, delusional at worst. I do not have a green thumb. In fact, the only plants that tend to thrive under my care are the artificial ones from Hobby Lobby. But I bought an above-ground planter, one of those boxes on stilts. I bought what I thought was... Continue reading...

Published by William Attaway

January 5, 2026 9:30 am

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A Major Obstacle to Growing as a Leader: Blaming Others

Since I have worked as a psychologist and business coach over the past 20 years, I have had the opportunity to observe and interact with thousands of individuals and groups. Obviously, some people are more healthy and functional than others. We all have problems, so the existence or experience of having difficulties in our lives is not the factor which discriminates between individuals who are doing well in their lives and those who are having ongoing, significant challenges. There are individuals who (for whatever reason) live their lives according to a different set of rules — principles which really do... Continue reading...

Published by Paul White

May 22, 2014 5:55 pm

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