Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Motivation Theories

These flashcards cover key concepts from Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, Lawrence and Nohria's Four Drive Theory, and Locke and Latham’s Goal Setting Theory, which are essential for understanding motivational theories in a workplace context.

What are the five fundamental needs of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

Physiological, Safety and Security, Social, Esteem, Self-Actualization.

What fulfills Self-Actualization needs according to Maslow?

Finding opportunities to develop skill and knowledge, providing challenging work, and offering work that allows creativity.

How can Esteem needs be fulfilled?

Through achieving promotions, advancing careers, and receiving rewards and compensation.

What are Social needs in Maslow's Hierarchy?

Desires for a sense of belonging and friendship among groups.

What is the importance of Safety and Security needs?

They provide protection from dangerous environments and ensure job security.

What are Physiological needs?

Basic requirements for human survival, such as food, water, and shelter.

What is one advantage of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs for businesses?

It provides clear motivation paths for managers.

What is one disadvantage of Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?

Not all employees are motivated by the same needs.

What theory suggests that people strive to balance four fundamental desires?

Lawrence and Nohria’s Four Drive Theory.

What is the 'Drive to Acquire'?

The desire to achieve rewards, high status, and general success.

How can managers increase motivation through the 'Drive to Bond'?

By creating a supportive and inclusive environment.

What is the 'Drive to Learn'?

The desire to gain knowledge, skills, experience, and expertise.

How can managers fulfill the 'Drive to Defend'?

By providing fair treatment and firm job security.

What are the five key principles of Locke and Latham’s Goal Setting Theory?

1) Setting clear goals, 2) Setting challenging but achievable goals, 3) Secure commitment to goals, 4) Provide feedback, 5) Complexity of task.

What is the importance of setting challenging but achievable goals?

They encourage employees to improve and feel a sense of accomplishment.

How does providing feedback help employees?

It allows them to understand their progress and clarifies misunderstandings.

What should managers do during the implementing process of goal setting?

Discuss personal goals with employees, set clear and achievable goals, check progress, and reward achievements.

What is a disadvantage of having too many goals?

It can cause stress and demotivation.