107: Inspiration vs Motivation, with Jeff Hartzler

107: Inspiration vs Motivation, with Jeff Hartzler

From Leadership Jam Session by Rob Fonte

February 2, 2026 · 30 min · Episode 107

About this episode

Rob Fonte interviews Jeff Hartzler about the differences between inspiration and motivation in leadership.

In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Hartzler, a dynamic leader with over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry, to delve into the nuanced differences and practical applications of inspiration versus motivation in leadership. Drawing from roles that span sales, market access, leadership development, and commercial operations, Jeff brings forward a wealth of personal stories and actionable strategies to help leaders at every level connect more deeply with their teams. Together, we debunk common myths about motivation—including the belief that all team members are driven by the same incentives—and explore why a one-size-fits-all approach often falls short. Jeff shares eye-opening examples, such as the pitfalls of public recognition for certain personalities, and highlights the importance of understanding each individual's unique motivators and inspirations. We also discuss tools leaders can use to uncover what truly drives their people and why these motivators might change over time. Key takeaways: Motivators are often short-term and can be misjudged; working to understand the long-term inspirations rooted in personal values and purpose drives deeper engagement and…

People in this episode

Host: Rob Fonte

Guest: Jeff Hartzler

Topics covered

  • inspiration
  • motivation
  • leadership
  • team dynamics
  • personal values
  • engagement

Keywords

  • leadership
  • inspiration
  • motivation
  • team engagement
  • personal values
  • trust
  • performance

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: healthcare industry

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