Boosting Motivation
Background , Intrinsic+Extrinsic , Importance and Training
The combination of internal and external factores that stimulate desire and energy in people to be continually interested and committed to a jobe , role or activity .
Motivation Theories : Needs Theory (Maslow , ERG, Mclelland) , Equity Theory , Hezberg's Theory , EXpectancy theory and job characteristics.
Intrinsic and Ecxrinsic Motivation
"Intrinsic motivation occurs when we act without any obvious external rewards. We simply enjoy an activity or see it as an opportunity to explore, learn, and actualize our potentials."
"Extrinsic motivation refers to our tendency to perform activities for known external rewards, whether they be tangible".
Intrinsic Motivators : Challenge , Curiosity , Control , Cooperation+Competition and Recognition Extrinsic Motivators : Bonus Salaries , Trips , Extra Rewards.
Training Motivation In the Workplace
- Communicate: During unsettled times, leaders must communicate more frequently with their employees.
- Value individual contributions.
- Provide training.
- Mentor
- Engage employees in solving organization's issues