A Study on Workplace Motivation of Employees
Chapter from the book: Gülbahar, Y. (ed.) 2023. Organizational Behaviour: Current Issues and Research.

İsmet Kutay Sırıklı
İstanbul Topkapı University
Yeliz Pekerşen
Necmettin Erbakan University

Synopsis

This academic study on work motivation provides a comprehensive overview of the factors that contribute to employee motivation in the workplace. The study highlights the importance of understanding both internal and external sources of motivation, as well as the complex interplay between these sources. The authors argue that a deeper understanding of work motivation is essential for improving employee performance and well-being. The study identifies several key factors that contribute to employee motivation, including goal setting, feedback, growth and development opportunities, work-life balance, and recognition and rewards. The authors suggest that these factors can be used to design effective motivational strategies that align with organizational goals and values. The study also explores various work motivation theories, including self-determination theory, expectancy theory, and goal-setting theory. The authors argue that while these theories have contributed significantly to our understanding of work motivation, they also have limitations. For example, some theories may not be applicable in all contexts or may require significant revisions to fit the data. Overall, this study provides valuable insights into work motivation that can inform organizational policies and practices aimed at improving employee performance and well-being. The authors suggest that future research should focus on developing more comprehensive models of work motivation that take into account both internal and external sources of motivation. They also emphasize the need for more empirical research to validate existing theories and identify new factors that contribute to employee motivation in different contexts.

How to cite this book

Sırıklı, İ. K. & Pekerşen, Y. (2023). A Study on Workplace Motivation of Employees. In: Gülbahar, Y. (ed.), Organizational Behaviour: Current Issues and Research. Özgür Publications. DOI: https://doi.org/10.58830/ozgur.pub173.c785

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June 25, 2023

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