MGCR 222 Chapter Notes -Expectancy Theory, Achievement Orientation, Work Motivation
10 Mar 2013
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Motivation: the extent to which persistent effort is directed toward a goal. Effort: first aspect of motivation the strength of the person"s work-related behavior, or the amount of effort the person exhibits on the job. Persistence persistence that individuals exhibit in applying effort to their work tasks. Intrinsic motivation : motivation that comes from the direct relationship between the worker and the task; it is usually self-applied. (feelings of achievement, accomplishment, challenge). Doing this because of the job itself doing it because you enjoy it. Autonomous motivation: when people are self-motivated by intrinsic factors. Extrinsic motivation: motivation that comes form the work environment external to the task; it is usually applied by others. (pay, benefits). Doing this because i can get something out of it (pay, promotion). Controlled motivation: when people are motivated to obtain a desired consequence or extrinsic reward.
