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Motivation theory is concerned with the individuals wants and the methods people use to achieve their goals. When it comes in a business context, if an employee does not carry out the given task satisfactorily, that will due to a lack of motivation rather than ability. The behavior of individuals at a particular moment is usually determined by their strongest need. It would seem significant, therefore, for managers to have some understanding about the needs that are commonly most important to people. Many theorists have contributed research on the motivation theory and develop their own theories in a number of different fields. Motivation theories which were popular in the 1950's include David McClelland's needs theory, which relates to "management by objectives" and Frederick Herzberg's description in Motivation to Work of motivation based upon empowerment and self-esteem. Probably the most well- known motivation theory is Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, in which...

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