motivational Theorists

Question 1

Taylor

Answer 1

Workers are mainly motivated by pay

Workers should be given appropriate training so they can work as efficiently as possible

Workers are paid on the number of items they produce in a set period of time

Reduces need for many workers as productivity is raised

Question 2

Mayo

Answer 2

Employees have social needs and it must be fulfilled through their work

Informal working groups have a positive influence on productivity

Social interactions outside of working hours are important

Efficiency achieved through team working

Focus on needs of employees rather than needs of organisation

Question 3

Maslow

Answer 3

hierarchy of needs

Psychological needs (food water shelter)

Safety and security( social stability health employment )

Love and belonging ( family friendships)

Self esteem ( confidence respect of others )

Self actualisation ( creativity acceptance purpose)

Question 4

Herzberg

Answer 4

Employee satisfaction: 
good leadership 
Good manager relationship 
Direction and support 
Recognition 

Employee dissatisfaction:
Poor pay 
Poor compensation 
Poor work conditions 
Lack of promotions 
Poor benefits 
Lack of job security