maslows hierarchy of needs

what is maslows hierarchy of needs?

it orders the needs of employees from the most basic order needs to higher order needs, once a need is satisfied it no longer acts as a motivator, basic order needs must be satisfied before higher needs can be

physiological stage

the need for air, food, water and health eg. satisfactory pay for survival

safety stage

the need for safety, shelter and stability eg. safe working conditions, job security

social stage

the need for love, belonging and inclusion eg. teamwork, involvement in decision making

esteem stage

the need for self esteem, power and control eg. promotion, recognition

self actualisation stage

the need for development, creativity and growth eg. opportunities for advancement

advantages of maslows

allows management to understand the needs of employees, allows management to implement more targeted motivational strategies, easy to follow

disadvantages of maslows

may not apply to all employees, can be difficult to identify which stage each employee is at, fulfilling physiological and esteem needs increase business expenses