Work Motivation Three Approaches To Motivation Motivation is a psychological state that is said to exist whenever internal and/or external forces trigger, direct, or maintain goal-directed behaviors. The many different theories of motivation can be easily grouped into three general approaches. Managerial Approach The managerial approach to motivating employees focuses on the behaviors of managers - in particular, their use of goals and rewards. The managers that employees work with on a day-to-day basis …showed first 75 words of 1076 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1076 total…effective in their roles, managers must strive to treat all members of the organization fairly. Doing so can pay huge dividends. Employees who are paid and treated fairly are more likely to believe in and be committed to what they do. In turn, they will become more trusting, honorable, and loyal employees and will work harder to exceed the expectations that managers have of them. In team situations, equitable treatment improves cooperation among team members.