MSCI211 Chapter Notes - Chapter 5: Work Motivation, Motivation, Job Performance
20 Jun 2019
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Chapter 5 theories of work motivation how they see others being treated: basic characteristics of motivation, motivation is one of the most traditional topics in ob. It is a result of the rapid changes and the. Motivation: the extent to which persistent effort is directed toward a goal. need for increased productivity. A good set of theories should recognize the social aspect of human beings people"s motivation is often affected by. Effort: the strength of the person"s work- related behavior, or the amount of effort the person. Goals: employee"s goals might include high productivity, good attendance, or creative decisions. exhibits on the job. Persistence: that individuals exhibit in applying effort to their job tasks. Direction: correct directions increase the probability that persistent effort is actually translated into accepted organizational outcomes. They can also be motivated by goals that are contrary to the objectives of the organization, including absenteeism, sabotage, and embezzlement.
