Motivational Theories: Herzberg Two-Factor Theory and McClelland's Three-Needs Theory

Motivation

Motivational theories
Motivation
Motivation is considered as the essential factor on which the emphasis should be given by the
managers as it can assist in boosting the productivity and efficiency of the employees towards
their work. Motivation can be defined as "a willingness of the employees to complete the
assigned task with efficiency. Motivated employees have energy, commitment and creativity,
which they showcase in their work (Osemeke and Adegboyega, 2017). Therefore, in this paper,
the discussion will be made on the concept of motivation by comparing two theories. The two
motivational theories selected for this paper are Herzberg Two- Factor Theory and McClelland's
Three-Needs Theory.
It can be said that when the workers feel to have a positive attitude towards their work, then they
give their best to attain the set targets. But when the employees are not motivated, their energy
level drops, the negative impact can be seen on quality, communication and also on the
productivity level. So, it is important for the employees to be motivated and it is the
responsibility of higher authorities to boost motivation of the workers in the company (Miner,
2015).
The motivated workforce can easily emphasize on attaining the organizational goals which lead
to a supportive working environment. The employees who have the feeling to work always try to
attain the set goals and also motivated employees maintain the relation between the superior and
subordinates. The higher authorities should recognize and respect workers, as it will help in
boosting positive mindset of the employees. It can also lead to proper coordination and also
cooperation in the workplace and can boost the team spirit. The motivated employee will
contribute their efforts in one direction so that it can be easy for them to attain the set goals. But
to keep the employees motivated in the workplace, it is necessary for the higher authorities to
consider Herzberg Two- Factor Theory (Lazaroiu, 2015).
Herzberg Two- Factor theory is considered as the motivation-hygiene theory. In this theory, the
emphasis is on the two factors, one is motivating factors that boost the job satisfaction and the
next is hygiene factors which leads dissatisfaction among the employees. If the hygiene factors,
such as salary and working environment are not according to the employee then it enhances the
dissatisfaction among the employees for their work. Whereas, the motivating factors focuses on
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