Motivational Theories Motivational theories have been around for years. Many of these theorists had different view on motivational theories. It is very important for organization to be able to motivate the employees. This paper will briefly give some insight as to whether these theories can be use by leaders and managers ethically. It will also discussion the Christian views and if these theories can be used with a good conscience or are is it a way of manipulating people? Maslow’s hierarchy, Vroom’s expectancy theory, Herzberg’s two factor theory, and Alderfer’s ERG theory are the theorist that will be discussed and the outcome of their research as it relates to the paper.
Herzberg’s Two Factor Theory Herzberg conducted studies on employees …show more content…
According to Vroom, Deci (1983) “The theory suggests that although individuals may have different sets of goals, they can be motivated if they believe that: There is a positive correlation between efforts and performance, favorable performance will result in a desirable reward, the reward will satisfy an important need, and the desire to satisfy the need is strong enough to make the effort worthwhile.” Vroom’s theories were base on the beliefs that valance referred to rewards. Extrinsic rewards are like money, promotions, and benefits. Intrinsic rewards are different, it more about satisfaction according to Vroom. Expectancy focused on the expectation of the employees and how they viewed themselves. Instrumentality was the perception of employees and whether they get what is promised by managers whether they desired it or …show more content…
He wanted to understand what motivates employees. According to Marlow (1943) he stated “that people are motivated to achieve certain needs. When one need is fulfilled a person seeks to fulfill the next one, and so on.” Maslow theory consist of five stage models which included self-actualization, esteem, social, safety, and physiological. The first stage is self-actualization focuses on human potential within an organization. The next stage is esteem which relates to the achievements, mastery, independence, and respect for others. Social is the third stage that focuses on love, friendship, family, and intimacy. The fourth stage is safety and it about protection from elements, law, stability, and freedom of fear. The last stage is physiological such as food, air, shelter, and sleep. There are levels to hierarchy and everyone has the ability to move
Herzberg’s Two Factor Theory Herzberg conducted studies on employees …show more content…
According to Vroom, Deci (1983) “The theory suggests that although individuals may have different sets of goals, they can be motivated if they believe that: There is a positive correlation between efforts and performance, favorable performance will result in a desirable reward, the reward will satisfy an important need, and the desire to satisfy the need is strong enough to make the effort worthwhile.” Vroom’s theories were base on the beliefs that valance referred to rewards. Extrinsic rewards are like money, promotions, and benefits. Intrinsic rewards are different, it more about satisfaction according to Vroom. Expectancy focused on the expectation of the employees and how they viewed themselves. Instrumentality was the perception of employees and whether they get what is promised by managers whether they desired it or …show more content…
He wanted to understand what motivates employees. According to Marlow (1943) he stated “that people are motivated to achieve certain needs. When one need is fulfilled a person seeks to fulfill the next one, and so on.” Maslow theory consist of five stage models which included self-actualization, esteem, social, safety, and physiological. The first stage is self-actualization focuses on human potential within an organization. The next stage is esteem which relates to the achievements, mastery, independence, and respect for others. Social is the third stage that focuses on love, friendship, family, and intimacy. The fourth stage is safety and it about protection from elements, law, stability, and freedom of fear. The last stage is physiological such as food, air, shelter, and sleep. There are levels to hierarchy and everyone has the ability to move