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7 psychological theories to motivate your small business employees

If your success depends on other person productivity, understanding human psychology is the first step towards your goal. Motivation and productivity are directly promotional. Learn these seven motivational theories and raise the graph of your companiesu2019 roductivity. https://www.onlinecheck.com/blog/small-business-resources/7-psychological-theories-to-motivate-your-small-business-employees/

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7 psychological theories to motivate your small business employees

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  1. 7 PSYCHOLOGICAL THEORIES TO MOTIVATE YOUR SMALL BUSINESS EMPLOYEES www.onlinecheck.com

  2. Motivation is directly proportional to productivity.

  3. As a small business manager, you can take help from some motivational theories to build a better relation with your employees and can run a successful business.

  4. Look at these seven best motivational theories to learn how to increase the motivation among your employees.

  5. Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs

  6. Extrinsic and Intrinsic Motivation • Extrinsic Motivation Employees who are extrinsically motivated usually complete the task at hand or activity and to avoid the adverse consequences or to earn a reward. • Intrinsic Motivation If the employees of your small business are intrinsically motivated, they will do everything in their power and best to their potential to help your small business succeed.

  7. Two Factor Theory of Motivation • Tow factor theory of motivation by Fredrick Herzberg revolves around motivator needs and hygiene needs. He explored the factors causing • Job satisfaction • Job dissatisfaction.

  8. Equity Theory This explains the psychology behind how giving a raise or promotion to one person can result in the demotivation of the other coworkers. As their manager, you should be vigilant to appreciate the hard work of your employees.

  9. Goal-Setting Theory of Motivation Goal-Setting Theory of Motivation by Edwin Locke states that goal setting is directly linked with the performance. By setting a realistic goal for your employees, you can see a significant increase in their productivity and motivation.

  10. Pygmalion effect or Rosenthal effect This is also known as “proving them right.” This theory says that high expectations lead to quick and improved performances. Consider this theory and have a high expectation of your employees.

  11. Vroom’s Expectancy Theory • He concluded that motivation depended on three factors: • Expectancy • Valence • Instrumentality • The combination of what a business owner expects from his or her employees, the employee’s performance on the given task, and the basic need of that employee lead to the motivation

  12. These few psychological theories can help you keep your employees motivated and small business growing!

  13. GET IN TOUCH E-mail info@merchantadvisors.com Address 9-5 Novelty Lane Suite B Essex, Ct 06426 Social @onlinecheck Phone (833) 827-4412

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