1.4.4 Motivation - (Herzberg - two factor theory)

Question 1

What was Herzberg theory?

Answer 1

Herzberg two factor theory

Question 2

The two main factors in Herzberg theory

Answer 2

Motivators

Hygiene factors

Question 3

Motivators

Examples

Answer 3

Things at work that result in satisfaction

• these are factors that a business could introduce that would directly motivate employees

e.g recognition, clear direction & support, Advancement

Question 4

Hygiene factors

These factors itself will not motivate employees to work harder T/F

Examples

Answer 4

factors for an employee which if not present in an organisation, can demotivate the individual & reduce their productivity

True - these factors should be expected

Pay, work conditions , compensation, job security

Question 5

If there are a significant amount of motivators at work how will this effect workers (hint positive impact)

Answer 5

It will give them job satisfaction which can lead to them being more productive.