Chapter 5: Theories of Work Motivation

Question 1

Motivation:

Answer 1

Extent to which persistent effort is direct towards a goal

Question 2

Characteristics of Motivation:

Answer 2

Effort, persistence, direction, goals.

Question 3

Effort:

Answer 3

strength of work related behaviour

Question 4

Persistence:

Answer 4

persistence exhibited in applying effort to the work task

Question 5

Direction:

Answer 5

quality of work (channeling effort in a direction that benefits the company)

Question 6

Goals:

Answer 6

objective to which motivation is directed

Question 7

Intrinsic Motivation:

Answer 7

self-applied, interest in the job itself, done for achievement. Ex. participation in sports