AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

MOTIVATIONAL THEORIES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
According to Maslow, which needs are met when an employee receives positive feedback or recognition?
A
social
B
physiology
C
safety
D
esteem
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Self-esteem – At the self-esteem level, respect for others and praise is important. A 360-degree feedback and appraisal system can help. You can reward employees’ contributions, and a peer-to-peer or social recognition programme will celebrate employees’ achievements and confer prestige and respect.

Detailed explanation-2: -Esteem needs encompass confidence, strength, self-belief, personal and social acceptance, and respect from others. These needs are represented as one of the key stages in achieving contentedness or self-actualization.

Detailed explanation-3: -The final level of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs is self-actualization, which translates to maximizing an individual’s potential at work. A person ultimately wants to feel they are doing the best they can in their position, which helps them feel motivated to continue on their career path and succeed.

Detailed explanation-4: -Esteem needs include respect from others, a sense of achievement and confidence in one’s abilities. Set the tone in your organization by speaking personally with as many of your employees as possible. Encourage employees and recognize rising stars in your company for their outstanding achievements.

Detailed explanation-5: -Esteem Needs At the fourth level in Maslow’s hierarchy is the need for appreciation and respect. Once the needs at the bottom three levels have been satisfied, the esteem needs begin to play a more prominent role in motivating behavior.

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