After reading this article you will learn about the motivational needs theory. These suggest that individuals have certain physical and psychological needs they attempt to satisfy. Motivation is a force that results from an individual's desire to satisfy these needs (e.g., hunger, thirst, social approval). Conversely, a satisfied need is not a motivator. The most popular needs theories are: Maslow's [...]
Another popular content perspective on motivation is the two-factor theory developed by Fredrick Herzberg. This provides univerlistic perspective on work motivation — a perspective deem deem-phasising individual differences — and is derived from Maslow's work. It is also known as motivation-hygiene theory or motivation-maintenance theory. They conducted a series of interviews with 200 engineers and accountants focusing on factors considered [...]
This article throws light upon the top five career anchor groups in an organisation. The groups are: 1. Technical/Functional Competence 2. Management Competence 3. Creativity 4. Security or Stability 5. Autonomy. Career Anchor Group # 1. Technical/Functional Competence: The entire career is organised around particular sets of technical and functional skills (possessed by the person) and values, leading to a [...]