Motivation and Leading

Motivation

Set of forces that initiates, directs and makes people persist in their efforts to accomplish a goal.

Self Determination Theory

Motivation lies on a continuum of self determination from intrinsic to extrinsic motivation.

Intrinsic Motivation

Better outcomes for people when driven by internal factors rather than external rewards.

Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

A satisfied need is not a motivator; people are motivated by deprived needs.

Progression Principle - maslow

The five needs exist in a hierarchy; a need only activates once the next-lower-level need is satisfied.

Goal Setting Theory

People will be motivated when they accept specific, challenging goals and receive feedback on progress.

Equity Theory

People are motivated to seek social equity in rewards for their performance; inequities lead to demotivation.

Distributive Justice

Perceived fairness of the outcome and rewards distribution.

Procedural Justice

Perceived fairness of the processes used to make reward allocation decisions.

Power Definition

Power refers to the potential ability to influence the behaviours of others.

Hard Power

Involves coercive methods and authority.

Soft Power

Relies on influence and persuasion.

Legitimate Power

Authority derived from position.

Coercive Power

Ability to enforce compliance through threats.

Reward Power

Providing incentives to motivate.

Referent Power

Influence based on respect and admiration.

Expert Power

Power based on skills and knowledge.

Resistance, Compliance, Commitment

Responses from employees to sources of power.

Great Person Theory

Suggests that leaders are born, not made.

Trait Theory

Focuses on certain intrinsic traits that leaders have, knowledge alone does not guarantee effective leadership.

Strengths-Based Leadership

Natural talents reinforced with knowledge and skills define effective leadership.

Situational Theory

Leaders must adjust their styles based on the readiness of their followers.

Servant Leadership

Leaders prioritize serving others and the community over self-interest.

Authentic Leadership

Leaders understand themselves and act consistently with their ethical values.

Path-Goal Theory

Leaders can increase subordinate satisfaction by clarifying paths to goals and increasing rewards.

Initiating Structure

The degree to which a leader structures the roles of followers by setting goals and tasks.

Consideration

Extent to which a leader is friendly, approachable, and supportive.

Blake and Mouton leadership grid

5 styles of leadeship (concern for production vs concern for people)

Hershey and blancard situational leadership model

4 stages (directing, coaching, supporting, delegating