To motivate someone to take action or work harder.
Jemanden motivieren, Maßnahmen zu ergreifen oder härter zu arbeiten.
"The coach’s speech really lit a fire under the players."
"Die Rede des Trainers hat die Spieler wirklich motiviert."
doing something unusual or original
to behave in a way that fits a particular role or situation
to surprise someone with something unexpected
having no money at all
Always speak the truth, even when it’s hard or risky.
to go beyond the usual limits; to innovate