9.1 - Motivation to Work (Need Theories)

Question 1

Need theories (2)

Answer 1

1. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
2. McClelland’s theory of Achievement Motivation

Question 2

5 Stages of Maslow’s hierarchy

Answer 2

1. Biological and physiological needs
2. Safety needs
3. Love and Belonging needs
4. Esteem needs
5. Transcendence Needs

Question 3

Maslow’s heirarchy of needs theory (2)

Answer 3

We need to satisfy our basic needs before we satisfy higher needs

Moves up the heirarchy after fulfilling each level

Question 4

Saeednia (2)

Answer 4

Tested Maslow’s hierarchy with 300 participants - valid and reliable measure

Question 5

How can organisations apply Maslow’s hierarchy (3)

Answer 5

They try to meet the basic needs (water, snacks, breaks) as well as esteem needs and love and belonging needs.

Once the lower ones are fulfilled organizations can encourage the to go and strive for other needs

Question 6

McClelland’s theory of Achievement Motivation (4)

Answer 6

There are different needs that motivate people
1. need for achievement
2. need for affiliation
3. need for power

Question 7

Need for achievement (2)

Answer 7

need to get things done, accomplish things and succeed.

motivated by challenges

Question 8

Need for affiliation (2)

Answer 8

Need to be liked by others, accepted and social relationships

Motivated by working with others

Question 9

Need for power (2)

Answer 9

Need for influence and control over others.

Motivated by the chance to gain power/status or be looked up.