To begin motivating an apathetic associate, a manager informally questions her about her satisfaction with her job's ability to provide safety, social interaction, self-respect, and opportunities for growth. What theory of motivation is this manager most likely trying to apply in working with the associate?

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Zack Santos

27 July, 13:22

To begin motivating an apathetic associate, a manager informally questions her about her satisfaction with her job's ability to provide safety, social interaction, self-respect, and opportunities for growth. What theory of motivation is this manager most likely trying to apply in working with the associate?

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Danna Crawford · Answer 1

Maslow's need hierarchy

Explanation:

According to Maslow's Hierarchy of needs, there are five stages of needs which are physiological, safety, love, esteem, and self-actualization. As per this theory, newer higher ranking needs start to emerge when an individual is satisfied by the previous need structure.

When a manager questions about her satisfaction with her job's ability to provide safety, social interaction, self-respect, and opportunities for growth, he trying to figure out the stage at which the associate is currently on.