A factor, which effects motivation, is that every individual has different needs. For example an
employee may prefer to work on his or her own than in a friendly team. In order to have good
motivation employees needs have to be found. This is shown in how lack of motivation equals
reduced effort and lack of commitment.
An example of how employee?s needs could be satisfied is through involving them in discussions so
that they feel recognised and wanted. A business could also set up discussions with management
about goals and working practises which would make employees feel their opion counts and also
that their contribution is valuable. In the long term this may result in the employee being willing to
work longer hours or take responsibility.
Theories of Motivation have been created throughout the years and one of the most famous is The
Theory X and Theory Y methods. This was created by McGregor and displays two types of
managers.
As age increases and the worker becomes a more established member of the business the
satisfaction and motivation begins to based more on the responsibility and power that is instated
upon the worker from their well earned position.
Including workers in important decisions or conferences gives the worker a feel of importance and
responsibility and will lead to increased job satisfaction and therefore motivation.
The idea of a pay rise or promotion to a more important and powerful position in the company is
very motivating in itself. If a worker is aiming at a promotion they will normally work at their full
potential and aim to display their qualities. If there is always a chance of promotion along the
company's career ladder then a full performance will be displayed all the time. Many would be
motivated by fringe benefits like company cars, paid holidays and bonuses. These can also make the
worker feel more involved. Feeling like an important figure of power is probably the most important
things.
Before i took my surve and gained my results i thought Many people were motivated by earning
money, but this is not entirely true, because other factors like variety of workplace and the need to
be appreciated for the work they do.
The need to be appreciated for the work they do may be reflected in the prestige attached to their
job, and while the need for a variety in the workplace may be satisfied by an interesting job.
A factor, which effects motivation, is that every individual has different needs. For example an
employee may prefer to work on his or her own than in a friendly team. In order to have good
motivation employees needs have to be found. This is shown in how lack of motivation equals
reduced effort and lack of commitment.
An example of how employee?s needs could be satisfied is through involving them in discussions so
that they feel recognised and wanted. A business could also set up discussions with management
about goals and working practises which would make employees feel their opion counts and also
that their contribution is valuable. In the long term this may result in the employee being willing to
work longer hours or take responsibility.
