In the week two Discussion Forum, you were to have selected from one of the following theories:
Maslows Hierarchy of Needs
Alderfers ERG Theory
McClellands Manifest Needs Theory
Lawrence & Nohrias Emotional Drives or Needs Theory
Vrooms Expectancy Theory
Locke & Lathams Goal-Setting Theory
Building on your research and content from your initial post in the Motivation and Theory discussion forum from Week 2, describe how your chosen motivational theory impacts your work world (or one you have been part of in a previous work environment).
Describe the impact of your chosen motivational theory on the following components of your work situation:
Working in teams
Leadership styles
Managing power and influence
Communication
Managing conflict
Additionally, in your paper,
Apply the research to your personal working environment or an environment you have previously experienced.
Describe how will you use the knowledge you have gained in this course to change the way you interact and do business in the future.
In areas other than personal application, use your academic voice. First person should be limited and used only for brief reflection and application.
