Motivation Theories

 

03. Motivation Theories

 

There are three type of Motivational Theories

 

01. Hierarchy of Needs Theory by Abraham Maslow.

02. Two Factor Theory by Fredrick Herzberg.

03.  X and Y theory by Douglas McGeorge

 

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

 

 

Maslow's hypothesis is based on the idea that people aspire to achieve more in life, and their demands are prioritized based on their importance. Content theories of job satisfaction are based on Maslow's hierarchy of wants and revolve around employees' requirements and the variables that provide them with a reasonable level of fulfilment. Maslow developed the following theory based on human beings' basic physical, biological, social, and psychological needs. The theory divides individual needs into categories and optimizes their achievement. (Badubi, 2017)

 

 

 

•     Physiological requirements (food, shelter, clothing);
•     safety and security needs (physical protection);
•     social needs (connection with others);
•     esteem needs (getting attention from others);
•     self-actualization needs

        are the categories in order of diminishing priority

Maslow’s hierarchy of needs forms the basis of theories that try to explain job satisfaction.

 All people, have needs that have to be satisfied. Besides the basic needs for food, shelter, and clothing, safety from physical harm and social interaction, they also need recognition and appreciation.(Badubi, 2017)

Reference :

Badubi , R. M. and Bojan, L. (2017) Theories of Motivation and Their Application in Organizations, Research leap. dx.doi.org. Available at: http://dx.doi.org/10.18775/ijied.1849-7551-7020.2015.33.2004 (Accessed: April 18, 2022).

Maslow, H. (1954). Motivation and personality, New York, NY, Harper.