FOUNDATIONS OF
MOTIVATION
The Driving Force Behind Success and Achievement
Objectives:
At the end of this presentation, we
aim to:
Describe motivation
Enumerate the factors contributing
to motivation
Identify the major theories of
motivation
Perform and demonstrate
techniques for motivating
individuals
What is Motivation?
1
Motivation is the
internal and external
drive that initiates,
guides, and sustains
goal-oriented behavior.
2
It explains:
Why people act the
way they do
Why individuals
persist despite
challenges
Why effort and
performance vary
3
In management,
motivation is essential
for productivity and
success.
Importance of Motivation
Improves performance and
efficiency
Encourages commitment and
responsibility
Increases job satisfaction
Helps individuals achieve
personal and organizational
goals
Importance Of
Motivation
Improves performance and
efficiency
Encourages commitment
and responsibility
Increases job satisfaction
Helps individuals achieve
personal and organizational
goals
Factors Contributing
to Motivation
Motivation is influenced by several
factors, including:
Personal needs and desires
Goals and expectations
Rewards and incentives
Work environment
Leadership and management
style
Recognition and feedback
Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation
Intrinsic Motivation
Extrinsic motivation
Intrinsic motivation is the internal
drive to engage in activities for
personal satisfaction and enjoyment
instead of external rewards, fostering
curiosity, passion, and long-term
persistence.
Extrinsic motivation is driven by
external rewards or pressures, such
as money, grades, praise, or
recognition, rather than personal
enjoyment or interest.
Theories of Motivation
Maslow’s
Hierarchy of
Needs
Herzberg’s
Two-Factor
Theory
McClelland’s
Theory of
Needs
Expectancy
Theory
Equity
Theory
Higher needs
become
important only
after lower
needs are met
Motivation
comes mainly
from
motivators, not
hygiene factors.
People are
motivated
differently
depending on
their dominant
need.
Motivation
increases when
individuals feel
their effort will
lead to desired
rewards.
Expectancy,
instrumentality,
valence
Techniques for Motivating
1
2
Setting clear and achievable goals
Creating a positive work environment
Align your goals with personal values and
interests to stay motivated.
View challenges as opportunities to learn
and improve.
3
4
Encouraging participation and
teamwork
Maintain Healthy Habits
Engage with supportive and motivated
people.
Get enough rest, exercise regularly, and
manage stress effectively.
Conclusion
Motivation is a key factor in individual
and organizational success.
Understanding motivation theories and
applying effective techniques helps:
Improve performance
Increase satisfaction
Achieve goals efficiently
Thank You