Employee Motivation Methods

MASLOWS HIERARCHY OF NEEDS The triangle below is Maslows Hierarchy of needs theory. He believes that all people are motivated by the same things. The three lower things in the pyramid have to be achieved before the two higher needs are met. Self-actualization: people want to feel they are achieving something. Managers should set personal targers for workers. Self-esteem: People want to feel valued by others. Managers should praise and encourage employees. They should give …

…are two types of manager. They motivate their workers in different ways. Theory X managers believe that workers are only motivated by money. They are lazy, selfish and dislike work. They lack ambition. The workers need to be controlled and coerced by managers. Theory Y managers believe that workers are motivated by many needs. Workers can take pride and responsibility in doing a good job. The management trusts workers and helps them do there best.