Two discussions

Two separate discussions- 250 words each 

Discussion 1 

As many theorists agree, most people are primarily motivated by an increased access to one of three things: 1) money, 2) food, or 3) time. Whether it be a pay raise or increased commission schedule, free lunch on Fridays, bonus days off, the ability to telecommute, or an incentive trip to the Bahamas, these traditional incentives have proven effective for workforces time and time again. As an employee, which motivator appeals to you the most and why? Which would not inspire you to raise your achievement or productivity level?

Discussion 2

Read the Forbes Magazine article, TemboSocial Makes Employee Motivation Everyone's Business

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Then, address the following questions:

• Are there more effective ways to motivate employees than to give them a T-shirt and a coffee mug?
• Give reasons why using a social network may motivate employees.
• What are the three key features of the peer-to-peer social recognition platform?

Support your response with evidence from the article and/or from your own professional experience.