MN220-Topic 7-Employee Motivation and WellBeing
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what is the definition of employee motivation?
A set of energetic forces originating within and beyond an individual, initiating work-related behavior and determining its form, direction, intensity, and duration (Pinder, 1998).
Name 3 functions of motivation
Increased productivity, job satisfaction, and employee retention.
what are intrinsic and extrinsic motivators?
Intrinsic motivators: Desire for meaningful work and personal growth.
Extrinsic motivators: External rewards like pay and recognition.
what is the focus of content theories of motivation
They explore what motivates people, distinguishing between intrinsic and extrinsic factors.
List Maslows Hierarchy of Needs Levels in order
Physiological, Safety, Social belongingness, Esteem, Self-actualisation
What are the weaknesses of Maaslows Hierarchy of Needs
Situational factors, time to progress levels, and oversimplification of human needs.
what are the 3 categories of Alderfers ERG Theory
Existence, Relatedness, and Growth
What does Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory distinguish?
Motivators (achievement, growth) and hygiene factors (salary, security).
What are the three needs in McClelland's Needs Theory?
Achievement, affiliation, and power.
In Vroom’s Expectancy Theory, what are the three components?
Expectancy: Effort leads to performance.
Instrumentality: Performance leads to rewards.
Valence: Value of rewards to personal goals.
What does Adam's Equity Theory emphasize?
Perceived fairness between inputs (effort, skills) and outcomes (pay, recognition).
What are the three needs identified in Self-Determination Theory (SDT)?
Autonomy, competence, and relatedness.
What does the motivation continuum in SDT represent?
A spectrum from amotivation to intrinsic motivation, with stages of extrinsic motivation in between.
What are some HR practices to ensure a motivated workforce?
Effective reward systems, flexible work arrangements, and designing jobs that satisfy fundamental human needs.