People, Organisations & Management Seminar Sheets

|Seminar Week Number: |Seminar Title: |
|4 |Motivation to work: what motivates? |
|My reading in preparation for this seminar was: |
|(One source is expected which should not be the recommended textbook. The reference should be given in the style required for reference |
|lists – see the guidance on UEL library webpages). |
|Herzberg, F., Mausner, B., Snyderman, B, B. (1959) `The Factors‘, The Motivation To Work, 2nd ed, Ohio, pp. 59-83. |
|Summary (approximately 150 words) |
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|This book covers many factors of what motivates people to work. The authors identify factors focused on the job itself such as: |
|achievement, recognition and salary. However, some of the other factors contribute to the motivation of individuals having a positive |
|attitude towards their job when they are doing the job, this can result from them liking the job, achieving success whilst doing the job,|
|receiving recognition and moving forward in terms of job position. |
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|They have also suggested that based on individuals feelings their attitudes tend to change long-term when they have responsibilities and |
|promotions. However,