Summary of Motivation Theories

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Summary of Motivation Theories

• Need hierarchy theory
• Equity theory
• Expectancy theory
• Reinforcement theory
• Goal-setting theory
• Self-regulation theory
• Job characteristics theory

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Raising Work Motivation

• Ensure workers motives and values are appropriate
  for the job.
• Make jobs attractive and consistent with workers
  motives and values.
• Define work goals that are clear, challenging,
  attractive and attainable.
• Provide workers with what they need to do their
  jobs effectively.
• Create supportive social environments.
• Reinforce performance.
• Harmonize all these elements into a consistent
  sociotechnical system (make sure the culture
  supports your workers)

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Key points

• Remember there is no right theory of motivating
  employees.
• Different theories operate in different contexts
  depending on what you are trying to do.
• Can be cultural differences (collective vs.
  individualistic), important in multinational
  companies.