Motivational Intelligence The Game-Changer in Leadership Development
Backed by science, designed for results - this is what sets our training apart.
What is Motivational Intelligence (MQ)?
At its core, MQ is “the ability to motivate oneself and others.” It’s about identifying and managing negative thoughts, self-limiting beliefs, and human needs giving you the clarity and confidence to overcome obstacles and achieve more.
Our unique approach integrates cutting-edge psychological science, neuroscience, and research on motivation to create powerful leadership training programmes. With MQ, you’ll learn how to leverage your subconscious processes, build a growth mindset, and inspire motivation in yourself and your team.
How Motivational Intelligence Benefits You
- Lead Smarter: Make decisions with confidence and clarity, even in challenging situations.
- Boost Team Performance: Empower your team to collaborate effectively and achieve shared goals.
- Drive Business Growth: Develop strategies and mindsets that create long-term success.
- Foster Inclusivity: Create an environment where diverse teams thrive through the principles of the growth mindset.
Our Unique Approach
Leadership doesn’t fail through lack of knowledge; it fails under pressure.
At The Power Within Training, we develop Motivational Intelligence (MQ): the ability to motivate yourself and others by identifying and managing negative thoughts and self-limiting beliefs to overcome obstacles.
Our approach combines the science of motivation, neuroscience, and growth mindset with practical tools leaders can apply immediately. This ensures MQ isn’t just learned, it’s used in real moments like accountability, decision-making, and leading through change.
- Rooted in Research: Backed by findings in neuroscience and psychology.
- Practical Application: Lessons you’ll remember and use, not just hear about.
- Tailored for Impact: Designed to meet your unique challenges and goals.
The result is leadership that’s more consistent, resilient, and effective, especially when it matters most.
Why MQ Works
At its core, leadership is not a knowledge problem; it is a prediction problem.
The human brain is a prediction-making machine. Every moment, it is scanning for threat or reward, asking one simple question:
“Is this safe, or do I need to protect myself?”
When pressure increases through change, uncertainty, accountability, conflict, or complexity, the brain defaults to protective predictions. This is where leadership challenges really show up:
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Control replaces trust
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Avoidance replaces accountability
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Reactivity replaces clarity
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Burnout replaces resilience
This is why capable, well-intentioned leaders often struggle most when it matters most.
Find Out More About Your MQ
Whether you’re simply curious about what drives you or ready for deeper personal insight, we offer two ways to explore your Motivational Intelligence.
MQ Meter – a quick, accessible test that gives you a snapshot highlighting your current motivation patterns and gives you instant insight in minutes.
Full MQ Psychometric Assessment – a comprehensive, data-driven deep dive that provides personalised analysis and clear development actions for meaningful, lasting change.
Compare the MQ Meter vs MQ Psychometric Assessment
| Feature | MQ Snapshot (Free) | Full MQ Psychometric Assessment (Paid) |
|---|---|---|
| Time to complete | 5–10 minutes | 30–40 minutes |
| Depth of insight | High-level overview | Deep, diagnostic insight |
| Type of feedback | General indicators | Personalised, data-driven profile |
| Measures core belief systems | ✕ | ✓ |
| Shows why behaviours repeat under pressure | ✕ | ✓ |
| Suitable for coaching & development | Limited | Fully |
| Used within Leading with MQ programmes | ✕ | ✓ |
| Includes debrief & next steps | ✕ | ✓ |
Not sure which to choose? Start with the MQ Meter for quick insight — then move into the Full Assessment when you’re ready for a deeper, personalised development plan.
See What MQ Can Do For You
Watch the video and hear from leaders who have strengthened accountability, improved decision-making, and led more effectively under pressure. Discover how Motivational Intelligence (MQ) delivers measurable improvements in performance, confidence, and leadership consistency; where it matters most.
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Want to see the real-world impact? Explore our case studies and discover how MQ is transforming leaders and teams across industries.
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