Motivation comes from passion and goals. Always do jobs where you have a genuine interest, and motivation will be a natural companion in your journey. For example, if you like computer programming from your school days, you should choose computer science for graduation even though some other streams might have higher salary jobs. When you get a job in an IT company, and the reward and appreciation are not at par, you would still be motivated to do your work because you love what you do and you will do your job as if nothing matters. You know that eventually you will switch the company and get in a better company that will value your talent. So, the absence of extrinsic motivation will never bother you, unlike others who would be stressed, curse the company and feel like quitting.

Secondly, set short-term and long-term goals in life. You goals are your motivation. You should set achievable goals so that motivation does not die down after some time. As a matter of fact, you should be clear about how you should achieve your goals. You can know it by interacting with people who have already achieved it. Once you know the way to reach your dream destination, even if the surrounding extrinsic factors are degrading, you will be able to keep walking the way without any hesitation. To stay motivated, you have to surround yourself with people who are also highly motivated themselves. Sometimes, watching motivation videos, speech and movies renews the positive energy in you and gives you positive vibes to keep up the good work.

Working without motivation is like living a life without goals. You should accept the fact that motivation is a part of your journey both in your personal and professional life. You have to find out the best way to keep yourself motivated all the time, and you will find that work will be your only pleasure. Once you have motivation backing you up, there is no stopping you from achieving anything that you can with your talent, skill, and willpower.