Motivation Theories Flashcards
What is F. W. Taylor’s theory also known as?
Scientific Management
What are the 2 main features of F. W. Taylor’s theory?
Piece rate and time based management
What is Piece Rate?
Piece rate is when someone gets paid for a set amount of product the produce. Each product produced over set amount gets a bonus
What is Time Based Management
Seeing how long each task takes to complete and then setting realistic goals based on those times
What is E. Mayo’s theory also known as?
Hawthorne theory
What did E. Mayo first try and prove using this theory
That working conditions effect the work completed
What did E. Mayo actually find out?
That the working relationships and group dynamics effected the work done
What are the benefits of E. Mayo’s theory?
Better team work, communication and, well-being of other
What is A. Maslow’s theory also known as?
Hierarchy of needs
What is the hierarchy of needs from most important to least important?
Basic needs, safety needs, social needs, esteem needs, self-actualisation
What is F. Herzberg’s theory also known as?
Two factor theory
