Maslows, Locke/Latham, Lawrence/Nohria Flashcards
What are the 5 Needs of Maslow’s theory
- Physiological
- Safety
- Social
- Esteem
- Self Actualisation
Specific Definition for Maslow’s
A motivational theory that ranks human needs from physiological, safety and social in the lower order to the high order esteem and self actualisation. The theory is sequential and the needs must be satisfied before moving to the next one
What are examples of Physiological needs in the workplace
Having a job, sufficient wages and also proper access to bathroom and water
What are examples of Security needs in the workplace
Satisfactory OHS policies and Job security
What are examples of Social needs in the workplace
Positive relationships with co workers, Positive real corporate culture, Supportive management
What are examples of Esteem needs in the workplace
Promotion, Public recognition of effort
What are examples of Self Actualisation needs in the workplace
Opportunities within the role to challenge the employee, Self development within role
ADV of Maslow’s (2)
- It is ordered and sequential which makes it easier for the manager to determine what the employee needs and what is currently motivating them
- The theory covers a wide number of employees, and can be applied to groups which can improve the efficiency of applying the theory
DISADV of Maslow’s (2)
- It is not individualised which means that it can’t be adopted to the needs of each employee
- The theory cannot be accurately tested to identify if needs have been satisfied or not
What are the requirements of an attainable goal
Clarity, Challenge, Complexity, Commitment, Feedback
Clarity
The goal should be clear and easily understood
Challenge
The more difficult the task the greater sense of achievement when completing it
Complexity
The goal shouldn’t be too complicated as it can act as a demotivated
Commitment
Greater accountability and desire to complete the goals leads to the goal being achieved
Feedback
The feedback should be consistent and detailed
What are the 4 drives
- Drive to learn
- Drive to defend
- Drive to acquire
- Drive to bond
Drive to acquire
This is a desire to own material goods and achieve status. Possession helps gain esteem and status which builds a sense of identity.
Drive to bond
All about social relationships that allow for a connection to be built and more effective cooperation in achieving objectives. (Think about the Lakers better bond and the Clippers more talented)
Drive to learn
This drive is about curiosity and avoiding boredom. This means the employee needs to be provided with things that excite them
Drive to defend
It is a LATENT drive that isn’t active until it is activated in the face of a threat. The motivation will come from removing threats
