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    evaluating administrative staff, sales people, and production workers, each department works well utilizing different theories. One theory could not work adequately for all three; therefore, three theories were used. Production workers utilize the Two-factor theory; sales people use Vroom's expectancy theory and the Equity theory works for the administrative staff. Combining all three theories into one organization helps the organization run smoothly, while gaining successful motivation on all levels.

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    to complete a goal within themselves. Numerous studies and experiments have been done on how best to motivate employees. Theories have developed around the results of these studies, each is tailored to the circumstances of the time, place, and people that participated in the study so they do not apply directly to every situation. One of the first and most well known theories was developed by Abraham Harold Maslow. Maslow spent a lot of time developing this idea and he revised it on multiple different

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    Herzberg’s hygiene-motivation theory has been useful in the determination of what motivates people in the workplace. Similarly, as in Maslow’s theory, Herzberg focused on identifying individual needs, desires, and how we go about satisfying those needs and desires. Herzberg’s theory of motivation is known as the two-factor content theory. It is based upon the idea that motivation can be separated into “hygiene factors” and “motivation factors” and is often referred to as a ‘two need system’. Throughout

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    impact of employee turnover on organization, and identifies the antecedents of turnover, including job related factors. These literatures will assist in constructing frameworks for further research. Furthermore, author tried to explain the pertinence of the theories which going to be discussed. As author decided to focus on Employer turn over, factors influencing Job satisfaction, the theories are based on them. The chapter starts with exploring the literature on the Need hierarchy, different models

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    2.1.1.1 Trait theory of personality Trait theory of personality is concerned with the identification and measurement of human characteristics. These human characteristics could be personality, aptitude, competency, ability, and so on. These characteristics (also called traits) contribute to the disposition of an individual. A trait is a characteristic of an individual that is assumed to be stable across situations and time but differ across individuals. This characteristic can be numerous in an individual

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    psychological theories within the theoretical framework: Maslow’s Need Hierarchy theory, Herzberg’s Two-Factor theory, Adam’s Equity Theory of Motivation. Starting from the theoretical frameworks, in fact, an HR manager should be able to understand how to motivate their employees and, through a practical application of theories, implement reward policies. According to the Maslow’s

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    assignment – BMG119 Q. Reflect on a situation where someone in a position of authority motivated you and compare this with a situation where an authority figure demotivated you. Use early and contemporary theories of motivation for discussion purposes. Introduction The term motivation refers to two different ideas. Motivation is an internal state that leads to the fulfilment of objectives. Personal motivation affects the direction, depth, and persistence of effort. From a manager’s point of view,

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    Hirschi’s social bond theory is made up of four basic elements; attachment, commitment, involvement and belief. The element of attachment has to do with one’s involvement in society, and the bonds they form with others. Social bond theory is based on the idea that deviancy occurs in an individual when social connections are weak or non-existent, the element of attachment has to do with the bonds one forms with individuals or institutions. Attachment acts as an indirect control factor, as attachment determines

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    Devina R. Rao ; Salote Naulivou Objectives: To define motivation To define Intrinsic and Extrinsic motivation To give examples of Intrinsic and Extrinsic motivations Identify the relationship between Intrinsic & Extrinsic motivations using the theories that discuss the relationship and give examples. Conclusion Motivation What is motivation? Process that accounts for an individuals intensity, direction & persistence of effort towards attaining a goal. Why motivation is needed? – To increase

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    Classroom Management Problems

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    My essay will focus on the introduction, the two motivational theories, the importance and consequences of teachers’ job satisfaction on how teachers will derive job satisfaction and dissatisfaction in teaching profession. Any disgruntled teachers who are not satisfied with their job, will not be committed and productive. Such teachers can’t be expected to perform at the best of their capabilities if they are not satisfied. Therefore, the essay will make emphasis on job satisfaction and dissatisfaction

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