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Theories of Motivation

What is a motivation theory?
Human motivation is the reason for people’s actions, willingness and goals. The word motivation is derived from the word motive, which means ‘the need that demands satisfaction’. Examples of needs are wants or desires acquired through the influence of society, lifestyle or culture. When it comes to motivation, it entails either intrinsic or extrinsic motivation. The difference is made clear in, among other things, the Self Determination Theory of Deci and Ryan.

What is a motivation theory?
Human motivation is the reason for people’s actions, willingness and goals. The word motivation is derived from the word motive, which means ‘the need that demands satisfaction’. Examples of needs are wants or desires acquired through the influence of society, lifestyle or culture. When it comes to motivation, it entails either intrinsic or extrinsic motivation. The difference is made clear in, among other things, the Self Determination Theory of Deci and Ryan.

In addition, a distinction is made between content theories and process theories. The content theories mainly focus on what it is exactly that motivates people, while process theories focus on how human behavior is motivated. Content theories are the first scientific theories of motivation. In the workplace, these theories have had a major impact on the way management is carried out.

Examples of well-known content theories of motivation include Abraham Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, Alderfer’s ERG Theory, McClelland’s Motivation Theory, and Frederick Herzberg’s Two Factor Theory. Examples of well-known process theories of motivation include Skinner’s Reinforcement Theory, Victor Vroom’s Expectancy Theory, Locke’s Goal-Setting Theory, and Adam’s Equity Theory.

Over the last decade, interest in motivation theories and methods has grown in business. This is because research has shown that the most productive employees are those who are well motivated. That is why it’s important that the employer improves as many motivator and hygiene factors as possible.

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Varioues theories of motivation

What are the most famous and effective motivation theories? How can I use these theories to work on my own motivation? How does my motivation affect my performance and goals? How can I develop motivation in an effective and sustainable way? The articles with the tag motivation theory deal with the different methods and styles of motivation on both a professional and personal level.

Adams Equity Theory of Motivation

November 29th, 2023

Adams Equity Theory of Motivation: this article explains the Adams Equity Theory of Motivation, developed by John Stacey Adams in a practical way. Next to what it is, this article also highlights fairness, the needed input and output, the…

Self Determination Theory by Deci and Ryan explained

November 13th, 2023

Self Determination Theory: this article explains the Deci and Ryan Self Determination Theory or SDT, developed by Edward L. Deci and Richard Ryan in a practical way. Next to what it is, this article also highlights the difference between…

Bruce Tuckman biography and model

November 7th, 2023

Bruce Tuckman (1938 – 2016) was a scientist, consultant and Professor Emeritus of Educational Psychology at The Ohio State University. Bruce Tuckman is best known for his five stages of group development, also known as the Forming Storming Norming Performing

Human Relations Theory by Elton Mayo

October 2nd, 2023

Human Relations Theory of Management: this article describes the Human Relations Theory of Management, developed by Elton Mayo in a practical way. Next to what this theory is, this article also highlights the Personal Attention, the Characteristics, the soft…

Kurt Lewin biography and change theory

September 7th, 2023

Kurt Lewin (1890 – 1947) was a German-American psychologist, who is known as one of the modern pioneers of social, organizational and applied psychology. He is recognized as the founder of the first study group dynamics and organizational development. Famous…

17 Principles of Success (Hill)

August 23rd, 2023

17 Principles of Success: this article explains the 17 principles of success, developed by Napoleon Hill in a practical way. This article contains a general explanation of the 17 principles of success with practical examples. After reading you will…
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