Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

Question 1

who created the hierarchy of needs

Answer 1

Abraham Maslow

Question 2

what are the levels of hierarchy in order

Answer 2

self-actualization needs
self-esteem needs
social needs
safety needs
physiological needs

Question 3

what are self-actualization needs? and what can satisfy it

Answer 3

personal growth, reaching potential- opportunities to take on new challenges & employee development.

Question 4

what are self-esteem needs?
and what can satisfy it

Answer 4

self-esteem, respect and recognition- recognition & rewards, promotion, responsibility.

Question 5

what are social needs?
and what can satisfy it

Answer 5

strong relationships, affection, and a sense of community-
teamwork, social events, and supportive management.

Question 6

what are safety needs?
and what can satisfy it

Answer 6

security, stability, and protection from harm-
job security & safe workplace.

Question 7

what are physiological needs?
and what can satisfy it

Answer 7

basic biological needs such as food, water, and shelter-
basic pay & working conditions.

Question 8

what are some advantages of Maslow’s hierarchy?

Answer 8

provides managers a scaffold on how to motivate employees
demonstrates how motivation can be increased over the long term. through the working life of the employees

Question 9

what are some disadvantages of Maslow’s hierarchy?

Answer 9

it can be difficult to identify where employees are on the hierarchy
it can be difficult to monitor the progression through the hierarchy
doesn’t consider individual differences