Motivation Theories

Question 0

Maslow- aka Mr Davis

Answer 0

Self actualisation- success/challenge
Self- esteem-recognition e.g promotion
Social- team working (Mayo)

Question 1

Mayo- Mister M

Answer 1

CoMmunication, Manager involMent, TeaM working

Question 2

McGregor

Answer 2

Theory X and Y:
Theory Y workers- responsibility, challenge, motivated not solely financially (Mayo)
Theory Y managers- democratic style, trust workers, employees involved in decision making.
Theory X workers- dislike work and responsibility, want to be led, financially (Taylor)
Theory X managers- autocratic, controlling, one way communication, ordering

Question 3

McClelland

Answer 3

Mr. Needy! theory of needs
Achievement- success and competition
Power- seek responsibility, leaders
Affiliation- team players (Maslow’s social needs)

Question 4

Peter’s

Answer 4

Acknowledge achievement, employee participation (decision making)

Question 5

Taylor

Answer 5

Money Man ££££

Workers are only motivated by money, theory X workers, dislike responsibility, piece rate pay