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  1. The major process theories of motivation include Adam’s Equity theory, Vroom’s expectation theory, goal setting theory and reinforcement theory. Expectancy,

  2. Jun 1, 2014 · By understanding these different theories of motivation, educators, coaches, managers, and individuals may analyze what drives behavior and how to harness it to achieve their goals.

  3. This article reviews theories of motivation in the workplace, what these theories look like in the modern workplace, and interventions designed to increase individual and system-wide organizational motivation.

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    • 4.1 INTRODUCTION
    • 4.8.1.1 WORK ENVIRONMENT FEATURES
    • 4.8.1.2 JOB CHARACTERISTICS
    • 4.8.1.3 INDIVIDUAL CHARACTERISTICS
    • 4.8.2.2 THE SOCIAL WORK ENVIRONMENT
    • MODEL – WORK MOTIVATION.
    • 4.10 CONCLUSION

    In this chapter a definition of motivation as well as the motivation process will be reviewed. The early theories and the contemporary theories of motivation are discussed. Motivation within the organizational context is discussed with emphasis on variables that influence motivation, guidelines for creating motivated employee behaviour, activation ...

    Work environment features entail two variables, viz. the immediate work environment with colleagues and superiors, and the organizational climate that includes the management philosophy, working groups, leadership style, and interpersonal relations.

    Job characteristics refer to the task variety (job enrichment), role clarity, objectives, performance standards, criteria, and performance feedback, autonomy (decision-making, responsibility as well as creativity) and intrinsic compensation.

    Individual characters include three factors, viz. attitudes towards the self, the work and the work situation, factors such as capabilities, knowledge, and skills, and specific individual needs such as self-fulfilment, recognition, social needs, security, power and achievement.

    The worker's interpersonal interaction with colleagues, superiors, subordinates and groups within the work environment forms the social environment. Organizational values play a vital part in the social work environment, and should cater for diversity within the work environment. Besides the fact that employees have a need for social interaction, e...

    Organizational Mission, Objectives, Strategy Corporate Culture Motivation Strategy for Business Unit / Team and Motivation Responsibility Work Environment Variables: Psychological, and Social Environment & Hygiene factors Perceived intrinsic satisfaction Perceived Individual Motivation / Activation Strategy High nAch Individual Charac-teristics : a...

    In this chapter motivation was defined and the process of motivation explained. A broad classification for motivation in the work environment was offered. The early theories of motivation and the contemporary theories of motivation were discussed. Theories on motivation can be used to design and structure the work environment and also serve as guid...

  4. • Explain the content theories of motivation and evaluate their applicability; • Describe the expectancy theory and its key tenets to motivating employees; • Define equity theory and its implications for managers;

  5. One key element of leadership is the ability to get others to do something, creating an influence. This paper is designed to help familiarise readers with the concepts related to motivation. Some popular theories will be reviewed and discussed.

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  7. Provide an overview of the different theories of motivation; Identify extrinsic and intrinsic factors that impact motivation; Assess misconceptions about motivation; and, Suggest strategies to enhance employee motivation. INTRODUCTION. Managers are continually challenged to motivate a workforce to do two things.

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