Workplace Motivation
Workplace motivation involves the internal drives and external incentives that influence employees to act in ways that support organisational objectives. It includes both intrinsic factors, like personal fulfilment and interest in the work, and extrinsic factors, such as financial rewards or recognition. In today’s evolving work environments, especially with remote and tech-based setups, understanding what motivates individuals is essential for enhancing performance and maintaining engagement. This deep dive outlines a range of motivational theories, such as Maslow’s needs hierarchy, Herzberg’s two-factor model, McClelland’s needs theory, and expectancy theory, each offering insight into how motivation shapes behaviour and productivity in the workplace.
This video:
📚 - Defines motivation
📚 - Discusses the nature of motivation specifically in organisational contexts
📚 - Classifies the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation
📚 - Lists the various approaches to motivation and provides examples under each approach
📚 - Explains the Homeostatic drive theory
📚 - Reviews Herzberg’s two-factor theory
📚 - Explains Maslow’s hierarchy of needs
📚 - Outlines the differences between Alderfer’s ERG theory and McClelland's needs theory
📚 - Outlines the Goal-setting theory
📚 - Discusses Skinner's behavioural modification theory
📚 - Discusses Expectancy theory
📚 - Discusses McGregor’s theories X and Y
📖 - Content derived from:
Bergh, Z. 2021. Introduction to psychology and industrial and organisational psychology (I-O psychology). In: Learmont, G, 3rd edition. Introduction to Work Psychology 3e. Cape Town: Oxford University Press Southern Africa (Pty) Limited
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