BU288 Lecture Notes - Lecture 15: Expectancy Theory, Self-Determination, Motivation
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The extent to which persistent effort is directed toward a goal: effort, direction, persistence, toward appropriate goals. Intrinsic motivation: stemming from the direct relationship between worker and the task, usually self applied from inside, strong and stable impacts. Extrinsic motivation: stemming from the work environment external to the task, usually applied by others from outside, only work in certain situations and not long lasting. Content theories: focus on the needs that must be met in order to motivate individuals, maslow"s theory, alderfer"s erg theory, and self determination theory. Process theories: focus on the underlying processes involved in motivating employees, goal setting theory and expectancy theory. Physiological requirements to live: food, water, warmth, rest. Social belonging: relationships, social status, friendship. Esteem needs: feeling of accomplishment, pride, self esteem. Self actualization: achieving potential, meaning, creativity/art, and helping others. The lowest unmet level of needs has most motivating potential. Higher level needs will not motivate unless lower level has been met.
