INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MANAGEMENT‚ BUSINESS‚ AND ADMINISTRATION VOLUME 15‚ NUMBER 1‚ 2011 Goal-Setting Theory of Motivation Fred C. Lunenburg Sam Houston State University ABSTRACT Locke and Latham provide a well-developed goal-setting theory of motivation. The theory emphasizes the important relationship between goals and performance. Research supports predictions that the most effective performance seems to result when goals are specific and challenging‚ when they are used to evaluate
Premium Motivation Goal Educational psychology
Achievement Motivation Theory Analysis University of Phoenix PHY/320 Elizabeth Riegner December 19‚ 2012 Achievement Motivation Theory Analysis Every manager has a theory on how to motivate employees to perform his or her job. One of the oldest motivational methods is the Carrot and Stick method‚ which is a combination of rewards and punishments to bring about a desired behavior. Although this method of motivation can still be found in one form or the other in many organizations today‚ managers
Premium Motivation
"A Theory of Human Motivation" by Abraham Maslow Eero Ringmäe‚ 010636IAPM 02. December 2006 Total pages: 21 (+ 8 pages of preface that was published separately) Total characters (excluding spaces): 51 071 Background Abraham Maslow (1908 - 1970) was a well-known American psychologist. He made his most important academic contributions in the 1940s and 1950s. He is considered one of the founders of ’humanist psychology’. "The Theory of Human Motivation"‚ originally published in 1943 in "Psychological
Premium Maslow's hierarchy of needs Motivation Psychology
Motivation theories Linda McKenzie Psy 230 June 8‚ 2012 Stephanie Munro Motivation theories The theory that I would most agree with is Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. He theorizes that a person’s most basic needs must be met before they can advance to the higher levels of need. First level is the physiological where the need for food‚ water‚ shelter are the most pressing. The next level is safety and security‚ Home‚ job‚ physical and financial security are the main factors here. The need
Premium Maslow's hierarchy of needs Psychology Motivation
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Motivation theories are primarily divided into two major types which are the content theories and the process theories. This report aims to critically evaluate two process theories of motivation which is the Expectancy Theory by Victor Vroom and the Equity Theory by John Stacy Adams. The methodologies used in this report include a study and analysis of textbooks‚ writings and journals from the internet. As a conclusion‚ the question is not whether each of these approaches
Premium Motivation Maslow's hierarchy of needs
Define or explain motivation. - Motivation is what drives one to act or behave in a particular way. 2. Compare and contrast intrinsic and extrinsic motivation - There are two types of motivation. Intrinsic motivation is when an individual truly wants to learn and will engage in the task for its own sake. Usually intrinsic motivation comes from within. The motivation is personal to the individual‚ and they are motivated by a personal drive. On the other hand‚ extrinsic motivation is when an individual
Premium Motivation Psychology Human behavior
Motivation theories and management practice EXECUTIVE SUMMARY This report contains information about the motivation theories & its management practice and the factors‚ which really have an important influence on the behaviour of individuals and teams along with their application in Nike’s company. It is also helpful to make decisions regarding management style and selection of the individuals for an organization. LEADERSHIP Leadership is the backbone for the success of an organization. Normally
Premium Motivation Maslow's hierarchy of needs
contrast one process and one content theory of motivation. Evaluate how appropriate they are for organisations today. This essay’s aim is to analyse and establish an understanding of various motivation theories and their possible application within organisations. Along with implementing‚ the information related to motivation‚ this essay would demonstrate the importance of motivation and it is necessary for organisations to motivate their employees effectively Motivation derives from the Latin word “movere”
Premium Motivation
Frederick Herzberg – Two-Factor Theory of Motivation: 1. Introduction: The two-factor theory (also known as Herzberg ’s motivation-hygiene theory and dual-factor theory) states that there are certain factors in the workplace that cause job satisfaction‚ while a separate set of factors cause dissatisfaction. It was developed by psychologist Frederick Herzberg‚ who theorized that job satisfaction and job dissatisfaction act independently of each other. According to Herzberg‚ intrinsic motivators
Premium Motivation
Expectancy Theory of Motivation One process model of motivation‚ expectancy theory‚ will be discussed and applied in the context of compensation because it is the most useful (or practical) in understanding the relationship between compensation‚ rewards‚ and motivation. This discussion has been part of the book up to the 6th edition‚ but removed because some reviewers considered it as a repetition of material covered in OB courses. We offer it here as a supplement to show how Expectancy Theory applies
Premium Motivation Human resource management Management