{
  "id": 19599994,
  "title": "Instead of simply getting through it: Motivation slump at work: How do I find new drive?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/statt-einfach-durchstehen-motivationstief-im-job-wie-finde-ich-neuen",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-11-12T04:34:04.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Handelsblatt",
    "slug": "handelsblatt",
    "url": "https://www.handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/statt-einfach-durchstehen-motivationstief-im-job-wie-finde-ich-neuen-antrieb/100269279.html"
  },
  "original_language": "de",
  "account": "Many employees experience a motivational slump, especially at the end of the year. Psychologist Anne Klien states that it's normal to feel unmotivated at times, but if the slump persists for weeks, it's essential to identify the underlying causes. These can include lack of appreciation, conflicting values, and lack of self-efficacy. Experts suggest strategies to boost motivation, such as reconnecting with one's initial job passion, actively shaping one's workday, and addressing needs openly with supervisors. If the slump persists, it may be necessary to examine one's job situation and consider seeking professional support.",
  "summary": "Lack of appreciation, lack of meaning or the feeling of not being able to make a difference: Whatever is behind the loss of motivation - this is how the workday can be changed again.",
  "key_points": [
    "Many employees hit motivation low at year-end despite good business year",
    "Psychologist Anne Klien says lack of appreciation and unclear tasks lower motivation",
    "Claudia Hansen advises rediscovering self-efficacy and seeking small changes"
  ],
  "editors_take": "Addressing low motivation requires a dual approach where employees reclaim personal agency while leadership must foster a culture of recognition to prevent long-term engagement loss.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}