PSYC 3050 FINAL EXAM WALSH LSU
Motivation - Answers -a force that drives people to behave in a way that energizes,
directs and sustains their work behavior
Positive Work Environment - Answers -1.Positive values
2.Relaxed and productive atmosphere
3.Commitment to excellence
4.Open and honest communication
5.Cooperation, support and empowerment
6.Sense of humor
7.Compassion, respect and understanding
8.Flexibility
9.Positive reinforcement
10.Emphasis on health, family, and environment
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs argued that - Answers -humans are motivated first by
lower-order needs and that when those needs are met, higher-order needs become
more important as motivators of behavior.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - Answers -physiological, safety, love/belonging, esteem,
self-actualization
Alderfer's ERG Theory - Answers -Theory of motivation focusing on the subjective
states of need, satisfaction, and desire
Goal Setting Theory - Answers -method of increasing performance in which employees
are given specific performance goals to aim for
Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory - Answers -Suggests motivators like recognition,
interesting work, responsibility, reinforcement for work well done, and potential
advancement are what lead employees to be satisfied with and motivated by their jobs
Equity Theory - Answers -Based on the notion that we compare the ratio of what we
bring to the situation (inputs) and what we get out of the situation (outcome) with what
others bring to and get out of the same situation
SMART goals - Answers -Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-bound
Specific (SMART Goals) - Answers -The more specific the goal, the greater the
productivity
Measurable (SMART Goals) - Answers -Ensure there is a way to measure the goal,
whether or not it was attained
