Motivation theories

[iClinton]

Just a quick question -
I know how HRM can use maslow's motivation theory to motivate employees but confused as to how they can use herzberg's and locke's theory to motivate subordinates.

Can someone please help me clarify this issue

[Callum@1373]

For hertzberg;

Recognize that employees will not be motivated by hygiene needs - but they need to be present to allow for motivation. So a HRM manager would first look to see if employees have those basic hygiene needs met, before they establish the motivator factors. Once met, they implement strategies that allow for motivator factors to be met. For example, place employees in work teams and have them achieve challenging goals, or reward employees with financial and non financial bonuses. It's all about how it's a two-factor theory: the HRM manager MUST ensure hygiene needs are met BEFORE motivator factors are met.

For Locke;

There's three key aspects:
- Clear, specific goals
- Challenging but not overwhelming goals
- Feedback provided which is constructive

So a HRM manager which the knowledge of Locke's theory, would use it to motivate employees by setting say work teams and establishing goals with them. They would ensure employees had some input in the goals so they are not alienated by it. Then, they would set a clear time frame and specific achievements. During the course of achieving the goal, the HRM would check their progress and provide feedback once done. According to the theory, employees will be motivated to achieve these goals.

Hope that makes some degree of sense