Moore PUA 5303 DB 3Motivation is an important tool for leveraging employee and organizational performance; motivation determines how intently an employee will work to meet organizational goals. Many theories of motivation are focused on individual needs. Is it important to focus on an employee’s unique needs? What motivational theory could a leader use to motivate high performance in followers? How could a leader use the theory to impact both employee performance and organizational performance?

Motivation is an important tool for leveraging employee and organizational performance; motivation determines how intently an employee will work to meet organizational goals. Many theories of motivation are focused on individual needs. Is it important to focus on an employee’s unique needs? What motivational theory could a leader use to motivate high performance in followers? How could a leader use the theory to impact both employee performance and organizational performance?
Yes, it is important to focus on an employee’s unique needs when it comes to motivation, as everyone has different motivations and drivers. According to Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs theory, individuals have a hierarchy of needs that must be satisfied in order to feel motivated. These needs include physiological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualization needs. Therefore, in order to effectively motivate employees, it is important to understand their unique needs and tailor motivators accordingly (Robbins & Judge, 2017). Additionally, the Self-Determination Theory (SDT) proposes that people are more motivated and engage in behaviors that are consistent with their values and goals when they feel a sense of autonomy, competence, and relatedness (Deci & Ryan, 2000). Therefore, focusing on an employee’s unique needs and values can help to increase their motivation and engagement in their work. Cont…