MOTIVATION

• ‘Motivation’ is a term derived

from the word ‘Motive’.
• According to Mc Farland-
-“Motivation refers to the way in
which urges, drives, desires,
aspirations, strivings or needs
direct, control or explain the
behaviour of human beings”.
SIMPLE MODEL OF MOTIVATION
Process theories of Motivation

 Equity Theory
 Expectancy Theory
 Goal Setting Theory
 Equity Theory

 Individuals’ perceptions of
fairness
 Motivated to seek social equity in
rewards
Reducing Perceived Inequity:
– Change inputs
– Change outcomes
– Distort perceptions
– Leave the job 4
Expectancy Theory
 Goal Setting Theory

• Challenging goals increase motivation

and performance
• Goals are accepted by subordinates
• Subordinates receive feedback to
indicate their progress toward goal
achievement
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