6.7. Summary

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define intrinsic motivation.

   Hint

   Think about what motivates you personally.

2. 2.

   Name one characteristic of motivation.

   Hint

   Consider what motivation pushes you towards.

3. 3.

   What is the main focus of content theories of motivation?

   • How motivation occurs
   • What motivates individuals
   • Why motivation is important

   Hint

   Think about the main question that each theory addresses.

4. 4.

   True or False: Intrinsic motivation is driven by external rewards.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the definition of intrinsic motivation.

5. 5.

   Consider a company where employees report lack of motivation. Analyze the situation using Herzberg’s Two-Factor Theory.

   Hint

   What hygiene factors might be considered?

6. 6.

   Develop a comprehensive motivational strategy for a new tech startup using McClelland’s Theory of Needs.

   Hint

   Think about each need and how to address it in role design.