Motivational theories

Question 1

What is Maslows theory

Answer 1

Maslows hierarchy of needs

Question 2

What are the 5 levels of the hierarchy (bottom-top)

Answer 2

Physiological, safety & security, love & belonging, self-esteem. self-actualisation

Question 3

How does this theory affect motivation?

Answer 3

Giving the opportunity to meet the needs will increase motivation

Question 4

What is Maslows view on financial methods to increase motivation

Answer 4

It fulfils the first level but will not meet higher needs. So its effective for low skill jobs

Question 5

What is the two-factor theory showing

Answer 5

hygiene factors are needed but don’t increase motivation

Question 6

What factors lead to dissatisfaction

Answer 6

poor pay
poor working environment
lack of job security

Question 7

Who created the two-factor theory

Answer 7

Herzberg

Question 8

What does Herzberg think of the effect of financial methods

Answer 8

Will meet hygiene factor but not increase motivation