Theories of Motivation Flashcards

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Need Hierarchy Theory (Maslow)

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5 basic needs

physiological, safety, social, esteem, self-actualization

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Two-Factor Theory (Herzberg)

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motivation and satisfaction

development of job enrichment to motivate

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Job Characteristics Model (Hackman & Oldman)

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5 core characteristics of jobs
skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, feedback

growth-need strength

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Equity Theory (Adams)

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attributes worker motivation to social comparisons

input/output comparison to others will motivate (underpay/overpay)

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Expectancy Theory (Vroom)

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VIE
valence (value)
instrumentality (performance)
expectancy (effort)
need all 3 factors to be positive to motivate worker
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Goal-Setting Theory (Latham & Locke)

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workers need to focus on achieving goals to motivate

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