Theories
Abraham Maslow
The wants or needs that direct behavior toward a goal. It is an urge to behave or act in a way that will satisfy certain conditions
Motivation
Motivation is influenced by the satisfaction of _____ that are either necessary for sustaining life or essential for wellbeing and growth.
needs
Motivation has three main components
activation, persistence, and intensity
After we satisfy our basic needs, they no longer serve as ____ and we can begin to satisfy higher-order needs.
Motivators
Frederick Herzberg
Type of Motivation - Behaviors are generated by the sense of personal satisfaction that they bring
Intrinsic Motivation
_____ are primarily biological, like thirst, hunger, sleepiness, and the need to reproduce
Drives
The decision to start doing a certain behavior
Activation
It’s important for managers to realize that not providing the appropriate and expected extrinsic motivators will show ______ and decrease ______ among employees
Dissatisfaction and motivation
Which Theorist spoke about being motivated by power?
David McClelland
Type of Motivation - Behaviour performed in order to receive something from others
Extrinsic Motivation
We also become ______ when we’re deprived of something that we want or need, like adequate nutrition or social contact.
motivated
Continuing to put in the effort to achieve a goal even when obstacles appear.
Persistence
According to Herzberg, _____ motivators tend to increase motivation when they are present
Intrinsic
Which theory set out to determine the effect of attitude on motivation
Frederick Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory
Needs, such as the need for air, food, and water
Physiological Needs
_____are primarily driven by social and psychological mechanisms, such as work, family, and relationships
Motives
The concentration and energy that someone puts into accomplishing his or her goal.
Intensity
McClellands stated "People motivated by ____ work very effectively either alone or with other high achievers."
Achievement
Which theory speaks about Physiological Needs?
Maslow Hierarchy of Needs
The desire to be respected by one’s peers, to feel important, and to be appreciated
Esteem Needs
believed to originate within a person and may not require external stimuli to encourage behavior.
Drives
The degree of each of these components of motivation can impact whether or not you achieve your _____
goal
People motivated by ____ work best in a group environment, so they should be integrated with a team (versus working alone) whenever possible, according to McClelland.
Affiliation