Motivational Theories - Maslow and Hierarchy of needs 1.4.4
Hierarchy of needs - focuses on the psychological needs of employees. Maslow put forward a theory that there are five levels in a hierarchy of human needs that employees need to have fulfilled at work in order for employees to feel motivated . Self-actualisation - Fulfilling potential, being able to develop and be creative Self-esteem - Gaining respect and recognition for achievements, feeling competent Social needs - Communicating with colleagues, friendship, team-working and trust Safety needs - A safe working environment and job security Physical needs - Having enough money for the essentials. Being paid wages that enable employees to pay the bills. Maslow's pyramid starts at the base with the need for money to pay for essentials such as food and a home. Once the most basic needs are met, good working conditions become important. As each need is fulfilled, the employee moves up the pyramid to higher needs. CRITICISMS OF MASLOW'S THEORY Some jobs are ver...