Effects of investment in training on short- and long-term employee motivation

Question 1

What can providing employees with additional skills increase?

Answer 1

Job satisfaction and motivation

This includes both short- and long-term motivation.

Question 2

How does a more highly skilled job typically affect pay?

Answer 2

It usually pays more

Employees often seek additional training for better-paying jobs.

Question 3

What are some advantages for a business that invests in training?

Answer 3

Increased employee motivation and skill development

Training can lead to higher job satisfaction and performance.

Question 4

In terms of Maslow’s hierarchy, what need is supported by successful completion of additional training?

Answer 4

Esteem need

It provides a sense of accomplishment.

Question 5

What personal growth need is satisfied by gaining new skills according to Maslow’s hierarchy?

Answer 5

Self-actualisation need

This reflects the realization of one’s potential.

Question 6

What theory suggests that skill development goals can be established for employees?

Answer 6

Locke and Latham’s Goal Setting Theory

This theory emphasizes setting clear goals to enhance performance.

Question 7

What are characteristics of completing a particular training course?

Answer 7

• Clear and unambiguous goal
• Provides a suitable challenge
• Requires commitment
• Offers opportunities for positive feedback
• Can be set at an appropriate level of task complexity

These characteristics help in achieving skill development.

Question 8

What basic drives identified by Lawrence and Nohria does staff training satisfy?

Answer 8

• Sense of achievement
• Opportunity to bond and belong
• Learning and improved comprehension

These drives are fundamental to employee motivation.