The Psychology of Motivation

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What are the main personal factors that influence motivation?

Personality, ability, core self-evaluations, emotions, attitudes, needs

What is an example of an extrinsic reward?

Grades or money (salary, promotions, bonuses)

Which contextual factor can influence an individual's motivation in the workplace?

Organizational culture

What does motivation primarily aim to fulfill?

Wants and needs

What is the role of leader behavior in influencing motivation?

It can significantly impact motivation within an organization

What do content perspectives on motivation emphasize?

Physiological deficiencies that arouse behavior

According to job design perspectives, what is the best way to design jobs?

Adjust the job around people's strengths

What is the focus of process perspective on motivation?

Thought processes by which people decide how to act

What does reinforcement perspective on motivation primarily consider?

Types of incentives used to influence employee behavior

Test your knowledge of motivation theories, personal and contextual factors affecting motivation, and the psychological processes that drive goal-directed behavior with this quiz. Explore the influence of personality, abilities, emotions, organizational culture, and more on why people do what they do.

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