> it has the potential to make your career. This is true, but I think for many researchers the main motivation is self-esteem. It's the way they are ranked amo

> it has the potential to make your career. This is true, but I think for many researchers the main motivation is self-esteem. It's the way they are ranked among their peers. In other circles, it may be your bonus, or how fast you run a marathon. It may be seem silly but this is what drives many researchers.