Cntemporary Motivation Theory

Question: Which contemporary motivation theory would motivate you the most? What makes this theory so attractive to you? Give an example of why? Answer: Introduction The contemporary theories depict the existing modern in illumination of worker motivation. A few of these are ERG theory, McClellands Theory of Needs, Theory of goal setting, Theory of cognitive evaluation, equity theory, reinforcement theory etc. My Observations In my opinion, when I have high goals, I am able to perform very well. I have to set the high standards for myself to keep me going. So, for me the goal-setting theory is the most suitable. For example, whenever I get a feedback from anybody regarding how I am doing, I feel more enthusiastic to attain my goals. The goals are motivation factor for me since I know I can prove my capabilities by achieving my aims. As I have a strong belief in myself, I think this theory would boost my confidence as I keep on achieving my goals, one after another. Even I have seen, when I perform my work independently then I am able to provide better output and able to learn more from my experiences. So, in my opinion the best way to keep myself motivated is laying of some high-end goals. As per Locke and Latham (2002) particular goals (frequently quantified) allow business members recognize what to strive at and permit them to assess their individual development. The motivation to work for accomplishmen t of goal is chief basis of work motivation. Comprehensible, exacting and complicated goals are better motivators than simple, universal and unclear objectives (Latham, 2003). References Latham, G. P. (2003). Goal setting: A five-step approach to behavior change. Organizational Dynamics, 32(3), 309-318. Locke, E. A., Latham, G. P. (2002). Building a practically useful theory of goal setting and task motivation. American Psychologist, 57(9), 705-717.