motivating employees

For this assignment, you will research well-known motivation theories and studies, including:

• The Hawthorne Studies
• Maslows Hierarchy of Needs (Humanistic School of Psychology)
• McGregors Theory X and Theory Y
• Ouchis Theory Z
• Herzbergs Motivation-Hygiene Theory, including:
• Maintenance (hygiene) factors
• Motivational factors
• Expectancy and Contingency Theories

Once you have gathered sufficient information on each theory, write a 1,000-word essay that addresses the following:

1. Impact on Employee Motivation Explain how each theory contributes to employee motivation.
2. Comparative Analysis Do any of these theories contradict one another, or are they aligned? Provide examples.
3. Connection to a Christian Worldview Discuss how these theories relate to a Christian perspective on motivation and leadership.
4. Personal Reflection Analyze your own motivational style and how it influences your approach to management.

Formatting and Submission Guidelines

• Follow APA format throughout your paper, including:
• A properly formatted title page
• In-text citations for all sources
• A reference page listing all sources in APA format
• Use 12-point, Times New Roman font
• Double-space your document
• Plagiarism and AI-generated content are not permitted