employee motivation in theory

Question 1

3 theories of motivation

Answer 1

Taylor = scientific management
Maslow = hierarchy of needs
herzberg = two factor theory

Question 2

Taylors theory of motivation

Answer 2

• managers = maintain close control and supervision over employees
• autocratic style
• theory x
• motivate using piece rate payment

Question 3

maslows theory

Answer 3

• 5 lvls of human needs , which employees need to have fulfilled at work

Physical
Safety
Psychological
Esteem
Self actualisation

Question 4

herzberg

Answer 4

• 2 factor theory
• 1. motivators, factors that directly motivate people, , e.g responsibility , recognition for good work , etc

2. hygiene factors.
   factors that can de motivate if not present , but dont motivate e.g pay , working conditions , job security

motivate using motivators , ensure hygiene factors are met