Motivation Theories

Weekly tasks or assignments (Individual or Group Projects) will be due by Monday and late submissions will be assigned a late penalty in accordance with the late penalty policy found in the syllabus. NOTE: All submission posting times are based on midnight Central Time.

Library Research Project

Senior leaders must understand how to motivate employees in a variety of ways. Research major motivational theories, and pick 3 theories to discuss.

For each motivational theory, address the following:

• Briefly describe each theory, including its history, foundation, model, and application.
• Discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each theory.
• Explain options and strategies an organization can use to apply this theory to motivating employees.
• Select 1 theory to implement, and develop specific methods for implementation explaining your rationale for the selection of this theory and your implementation design.