Maslow’s Hierarchy Of Needs

Question 1

What is Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?

Answer 1

A way to classify human needs and motivation into five categories: physiological needs, safety needs , social needs, esteem needs and self-actualisation

Question 2

Physiological needs

Answer 2

Those relating to the basic biological necessities of life: food, drink, rest and shelter

Question 3

Safety needs

Answer 3

Safety and security. Protection and stability.

Question 4

Social needs

Answer 4

Needs are for giving and receiving of affection, companionship, satisfactory interpersonal relationships and identification within a group

Question 5

Self-Esteem needs

Answer 5

An individual desire for respect, recognition and self confidence.
Employees are motivated by acknowledgment of their achievements through awards bonuses or public recognition.

Question 6

Self-actualisation

Answer 6

Focuses on fulfilment of ones potential, creativity, and personal growth.
(Challenge employees enable them to use their talents and develop new skills)