motivational theorists

Question 1

what was Taylor’s theory

Answer 1

scientific management

• no decision making
• paid for carrying out certain tasks;not for thinking
• paid for levels of output;piece rate
• close supervision of worker

Question 2

what was mayo’s theory

Answer 2

Hawthorne experiments

• greater communication
• better teamwork
• showing an interest in others
• involving in decision making
• ensuring well being of others
• making work interesting and not repetitive

Question 3

what was maslow’s theory ?

Answer 3

hierarchy of needs
-self actualisation 
-esteem needs
love and belonging 
security or safety
physiological needs

Question 4

what was herzberg’s theory?

Answer 4

Two theory factor

• motivators ; management recog. responsibility, achievement goals
• hygiene; unsatisfactory wages, poor working conditions, poor work place relations

Question 5

what is vroom’s theory?

Answer 5

• valance; rewards
• instrumentality; have to believe their hard work will lead to a particular result
• expectancy; the likelihood of being able to achieve a target set of them

Question 6

what is porter & lawler’s theory ?

Answer 6

intrinsic rewards; pride

extrinsic rewards; bonuses, pay rise