The document discusses the concept of motivation, particularly in the workplace, highlighting internal drives that push individuals to achieve goals. It includes various theories, such as Maslow's hierarchy of needs and Herzberg's two-factor theory, which categorize factors that influence motivation ranging from job security to opportunities for growth. Additionally, it outlines contemporary motivational strategies, including job design, incentives, and the importance of positive reinforcement.

1. What is Motivation?Motivation is the internaldriveto accomplish a particular goal. In a work setting, motivation is what makes people wantto work.

2. Ten Morale-Building Factors Interesting WorkFull appreciation of work doneInvolvementGood payJob securityPromotion and growthGood working conditionsLoyalty to employeesHelp with personal problemsTactful discipline

3. Other Morale-Building FactorsPERKSAutonomyStatusResponsibilityFlexible SchedulingBenefitsOthers?

4. Maslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsSelf-ActualizationEsteem / EgoSocial or BelongingnessSafety and SecurityPhysiological

5. Maslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsPhysiological

6. Factors in the Workplace Meeting Physiological NeedsPhysical ComfortTemperatureWorking ConditionsInside/OutsideLunch and Rest BreaksBathroom FacilitiesErgonomics

7. Maslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsSafety and SecurityPhysiological

8. Factors in the Workplace Meeting Safety and Security NeedsSafetyJob SecuritySeniorityBenefitsMONEYRetirement Plans

9. Maslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsSocial or BelongingnessSafety and SecurityPhysiological

10. Factors in the Workplace Meeting Social or Belongingness NeedsRelationships with co-workersRelationships with SupervisorsTeamsFunSocial Events

11. Maslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsEsteem / EgoSocial or BelongingnessSafety and SecurityPhysiological

12. Factors in the Workplace Meeting Esteem/Ego NeedsOpportunities for Growth & AdvancementPromotionsJob TitlesRecognitionPERKSTraining & DevelopmentPositive Feedback on Performance

13. Maslow’s Hierarchy of NeedsSelf-ActualizationEsteem / EgoSocial or BelongingnessSafety and SecurityPhysiological

14. Factors in the Workplace Meeting Self-Actualization NeedsMeaningful WorkSense of SatisfactionAccomplishmentSelf-ImprovementImproving Others and/or Society“Be all that you can be.”

15. Hersberg’s Model of MotivationTwo-Factor Theory:Hygiene vs. Motivational FactorsCompare to MaslowAchievementGrowth PotentialThe Work ItselfMotivational FactorsSelf-Actualization &Esteem NeedsRecognitionAdvancementResponsibilityInterpersonal RelationsHygiene or Maintenance FactorsSocial NeedsSafety NeedsPhysiologicalJob SecurityCompany PolicyWorking ConditionsSalary

16. Which factors outweigh others in maintaining productive attitudes on the Job?Quality of Work Life?Basics?Opportunities for AdvancementAutonomy (self-management)Company CultureSpouse’s Job OpportunitiesSchoolsLocal CommunitySalaryVacationBonusesRetirement PlansHealth InsuranceSick Leave

17. Other Motivational TheoristsMcClellandVroomMcClelland’s Acquired Needs TheoryNeed for achievementNeed for affiliationNeed for powerVroom’s Expectancy TheoryViews motivation as a process of choicesBehaviors stem from expecting certain results

18. Contemporary Motivational StrategiesMotivation through job designJob rotationJob enlargementJob enrichmentMotivation through incentivesTraining and educationMotivation through empowermentTeambuilding

19. Positive Reinforcement & Recognition:Job-Related Confirming BehaviorsPraisePositive Written CommunicationOrientation and TrainingActive Listening Courtesy

20. Barriers to Positive Reinforcement Preoccupation with selfNarcissismMisconceptions about positive reinforcementThe “too busy” syndromeNot identifying commendable actionsNot knowing what to say or doLack of appropriate role models

21. Self-Motivation StrategiesTake control of your expectationsFight the urge to underachieveLearn to love the job you hateBuild immunity to cynicismStrive for balance