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OBHR 317
Motivation Theories
Question | Answer |
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List the four Needs Theories | Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, Aldefer's ERG Theory, Hygiene-motivation Theory, McClelland's Need Theory |
What is Maslow's Hierachy of Needs? | physiological, safety (lower order needs, satisfied externally) social, esteem, self-actualization (higher order needs, satisfied internally) |
What is the ERG Theory? | 3 core needs that people can focus on simultaneously; Existence, Relatedness, Growth |
What is the Two-Factor Theory? | Relates intrinsic factors to satisfaction & extrinsic factors dissatisfaction |
What is the Needs Theory? | The 3 needs are subconscious Need for Achievement - the drive to excel and succeed Need for Power - the need to make others behave in a way that they would not have behaved otherwise Need for Affiliation - the desire for interpersonal relationship |
Needs Theories | Unsatisfied needs results in motivation |
According to the Needs Theory, what happens when your needs are satisfied? | Your motivation increases |
List the four Process Theories | Expectancy Theory, Goal Setting Theory, Self Efficiency Theory, Self Determination Theory |
What is expectancy theory? | individuals depend on: effort leads to good performance (expectancy) good performance leads to an outcome (instrumentality) the outcome is desired (valence) |
According to the goal setting theory, what do goals do? | Goals direct attention, regulate effort, increase persistence, encourage the development of plans |
Effects of goal setting theory | specific and difficult goals lead to higher performance |
What does feedback lead to? | Higher performance levels |
Goal setting in action | MBO and ROWE |
What is self determination theory? | Choice - what will you do and how will you do it Competence - challenge your employees Meaningfulness - pursue worthwhile tasks Progress - spending time wisely to do your job |