2. MOTIVATION
Motivation is a process that start with physiological and
psychological deficiency or need that activates a
behavior or a drive that is aimed at a goal or incentive
6. Needs were categorized as five levels of lower-to higher order
needs.
Individual must satisfy lower order needs before they can
satisfy higher order needs.
Satisfy needs will no longer motivate.
Motivating a person depends on knowing that at what level a
person in on hierarchy
Hierarchy of needs
Lower order (external): physiological, safety
Higher order (internal): social, esteem, self actualization
7. HIERARCHY OF WOK MOTIVATION
SELF-ACTUALIZATION
Personal growth, realization of potential
Esteem needs
Titles, status symbols promotions
Social needs
Formal and informal workgroups or teams
Security needs
Seniority plans, union, health insurance, employee assistance
Plans, severance pay, pension
Basic Needs
Pay
8. APPLYING MASLOW'S NEEDS HIERARCHY - BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT IMPLICATIONS
Physiological Motivation: Provide ample breaks for lunch
and recuperation and pay salaries that allow workers to buy life's essentials.
Safety Needs: Provide a working environment which is safe, relative job
security, and freedom from threats.
Social Needs: Generate a feeling of acceptance, belonging, and community
by reinforcing team dynamics.
Esteem Motivators: Recognize achievements, assign important projects,
and provide status to make employees feel valued and appreciated.
Self-Actualization: Offer challenging and meaningful work assignments
which enable innovation, creativity, and progress according to long-term
goals.