Title: Motivation Theories: Early and Contemporary (Modern)Theories of Motivation
Headings: Motivation Theories: Early and Contemporary (Modern)Theories of Motivation
Motivation Theories: Early and Contemporary (Modern)Theories of Motivation
11 Types of Theories of Motivation
4 Early Theories of Motivation
7 Modern or Contemporary Theories of Motivation

Content: Motivation Theories: Early and Contemporary (Modern)Theories of Motivation
Motivation Theories: Early and Contemporary (Modern)Theories of Motivation
Motivation theories are used to understand, explain, and influence human behavior. Early and modern theories of motivation allow a manager to find the reasons for people’s actions, desires, and needs. Motivation theories also explain how to influence one’s direction to behavior that allows controlling and guiding employees’ actions. Many theories of motivation are developed by phycologists and human resources specialists. 11 Types of Theories of Motivation
4 Early Theories of Motivation
Early theories are important as they represent a foundation from which contemporary theories have grown. Practicing managers still regularly use these theories and their terminology in explaining employee motivation. Early theories of motivation are; Hierarchy of Needs Theory by Maslow,
ERG Theory, developed by Clayton Alderfer.