I can definitely see a correlation as many people have noted. Stepping up to the plate and reaching your full potential by taking on challenging tasks is both exciting and rewarding when you put the work in. But its the reward that makes it all worth it to almost everyone. I’m inclined to say that the “reward” for one’s hard work to complete challenging tasks entails money, self-fulfillment, and recognition. What is also very important to realize is that if one does not feel recognized and praised, not only do they feel like their hard work was futile, but it also may give them the feeling that they will no longer advance further in their career. The feeling of not being able to move up and take on bigger and even more pressing challenges in the future is certainly demoralizing and would undoubtedly incline someone to do something about it when it gets to a certain point.