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What is a key factor that affects employee motivation?
What is a key factor that affects employee motivation?
- Length of employment
- Ability to do a job (correct)
- Availability of bonuses
- Number of coworkers
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as affecting an employee's ability to do a job?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as affecting an employee's ability to do a job?
- Skill level
- Effective training
- Access to tools
- Workplace environment (correct)
What does the willingness to do a job refer to?
What does the willingness to do a job refer to?
- Employee's salary expectations
- Employee's access to healthcare
- Employee's years of experience
- Employee's engagement and readiness to work (correct)
How can HR managers influence employee motivation?
How can HR managers influence employee motivation?
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Which of these is important for an employee's ability to do their job effectively?
Which of these is important for an employee's ability to do their job effectively?
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Understanding Employee Motivation
- Employee motivation is a central focus in Human Resources (HR), extensively studied and debated.
- Key question: How to effectively motivate employees for optimal performance?
Factors Influencing Motivation
- Two critical factors influencing motivation:
- Ability to do a job: Relates to an employee's skill level and competency.
- Willingness to do a job: Reflects an employee's attitude and motivation to engage in their work.
Influences on Job Ability
- An employee's effectiveness in their role is determined by:
- Skill Level: Higher skills lead to improved job performance.
- Training Availability: Access to effective training enhances ability to perform tasks competently.
- Resources and Information: Essential tools and information must be accessible to fulfill job responsibilities efficiently.
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