Mathis and Jackson (2000) suggested that Frederick Herzberg concurred that Maslow Hierarchy of needs is an effective approach to motivate employees; however, individuals are confronted with other needs in the workplace, such as intrinsic needs.

 

Herzberg introduced the concept of the Hygiene /Motivation theory. He suggested that to produce high employee performance in the workplace, two factors were needed intrinsic and extrinsic, (motivation/hygiene) the intrinsic factors are basic needs for individuals to perform productively in a workplace and individuals can very often determine the outcome.

 

Achievement, the work itself, growth and advancement are called the motivation factors. In past years leaders/managers gravitated more towards the theory x concept, regarding managing employees. However, in the twenty-first century leaders/managers understand the concept of theory Y, which advocates the discourse of fulfilling the needs of both individual and organizational needs. Therefore, leaders/managers must continually guide employees in a positive direction to establish work ethics that produce optimal job performance.

 

Reference
Mathis, R., & Jackson, J. (2000). Human resource management (9th ed.). Cincinnati, OH: South-Western College.

 

Dr. Pat

 

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