Business – 2.2 Motivation – Methods in practice | e-Consult
2.2 Motivation – Methods in practice (1 questions)
Login to see all questions.
Click on a question to view the answer
Answer:
- Status
- Advantages: Public recognition (titles, awards) satisfies esteem needs, signals organisational value, and can differentiate high‑performers.
- Drawbacks: May create resentment among peers, can become a short‑term motivator if not linked to substantive development.
- Opportunities for Promotion
- Advantages: Provides a clear career pathway, aligns personal ambition with organisational goals, and encourages long‑term commitment.
- Drawbacks: Limited promotion slots can lead to competition, perceived favoritism, or demotivation if advancement is slow.
- Job Enrichment
- Advantages: Adds depth (greater responsibility, autonomy, feedback) to the role, fostering intrinsic motivation and skill development.
- Drawbacks: May increase workload or stress if not balanced, and not all employees desire additional responsibilities.
Overall, a balanced mix—recognising achievements (status), providing realistic advancement routes (promotion) and deepening the job itself (enrichment)—offers the most robust strategy for retaining high‑potential talent.