Observe theories of motivation in your lives and work-
What Motivates You?-
-Give an example of when you are:
Intrinsically motivated outside of school/work
Extrinsically motivated outside of school/work
-Give an example of when you are:
Intrinsically motivated at school/work
Extrinsically motivated at school/work
-Give an example of when you experience "flow" at work, in school, or in your spare time
-How will your intrinsic motivators, extrinsic motivators, and flow help you succeed in a job?
Your Observations-
-Over this next week, find one example for each of the following motivational theories (different than the ones listed in the textbook):
Hierarchy of Needs Theory
Goal-Setting Theory
Expectancy Theory
Operant-Conditioning Theory
Social Learning Theory
-Examples can be from your family, your friends, your work, classes, etc.
-Fully explain your example, and which model it fits into.
-How can you apply this type of analysis and observation as a manager?
Scenario #1-
Zeke, a very bright and book-smart individual, was hired as a temp at a firm to assist trainers in editing training documentation and presentations. After about a week or two, John's accuracy and attention to detail became sloppy, and he works slower and slower. He seems bored.
Based on the video you watched, how would you motivate this employee to be more accurate? Why?
What are two coaching questions you could ask to get a better handle on the situation?
How would you follow-up to make sure the behavior changed?
Scenario #2-
Lilana, an established and high performing employee, recently went through a complicated surgery, and her work performance has considerably diminished. She is aware and concerned of this change, and asks for your advice.
Based on this scenario, is Lilana more likely to be extrinsically or intrinsically motivated? Why?
What theory best represents this situation, and which level is Maggie presenting at?
What are two coaching questions that can help support Maggie in this situation?
Connect to HR - What are two ways in which Human Resources can influence motivation within an organization?