Management (14th Edition)
14th Edition
ISBN: 9780134527604
Author: Stephen P. Robbins, Mary A. Coulter
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 16, Problem 18DQ
Summary Introduction
To explain:
The suitability of the program mentioned in the case study, in relation to various theories of motivation.
Introduction:
The program that has been implemented by the organization in the case study seems to have worked well although there had been several drawbacks. The key performance indicators of the organization have reached higher levels following this implementation. The suitability of such motivational initiatives must, however, be figured out against the theories presented by scholars.
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