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B. Theories of Motivation
Every human activity is goal-oriented. No one really does anything without a
purpose. Even involuntary activities, like a sudden twitch of the face, indicate
something. The activity is expected to lead to the accomplish of something. No
one does anything unless there was a need to be satisfied.
1. Maslow's theory of motivation
a) Physiological needs
b) Security or safety needs
c) Affiliation or social needs
d) Esteem or recognition needs
e) Need for self-actualisation
2. Herzberg Hygiene Theory of Motivation
a) Hygiene factors
Hygiene factors must exist satisfactorily. Otherwise, there are negative
feelings. Their presence removes dissatisfaction, but does not make people
enthusiastic to work. They do not make workers want to do. This theory is
called the Hygiene Theory or the Two Factor Theory.
3. Achievement theory of motivation
