Week 9: Work Motivation Part 1

Work Motivation

A set of energetic forces that initiate work related behaviour and determine its form, direction, intensity, and duration.

Empirical Support

Evidence that supports a theory based on observation or experience.

Intrinsic Motivation

Motivation driven by internal rewards, such as personal satisfaction or enjoyment from the task

Extrinsic Motivation

Motivation that comes from external factors, such as rewards or recognition from others