Motivational Strategies

What is motivation?

• Motivation refers to how driven and happy an employee is in their role

• Motivation is how much an employee is paid

• Motivation refers to how likely an employee is to stay in a business

How is productivity linked to motivation?

• Motivation is not directly linked to productivity

• Less motivated employees are likely to increase the productivity levels of a business

• More motivated employees are likely to increase the productivity levels of a business

What is remuneration?

• The amount of money an employee receives on top of their wage

• The amount of pay an employee receives

• Giving employees items for free or at a discount

What is a bonus?

• A payment in addition to a normal wage or salary for exceptional performance

• The amount of money an employee earns per week

• Money given when an employee is given a promotion

Which of these is an example of a fringe benefit?

• Additional payment

• A company car

• Additional responsibilities

What is empowerment?

• Where an employee is given additional roles and responsibilities

• Where managers make all important decisions for employees

• Where employees have decision-making authority in their own roles

Which of these best describes job rotation?

• Having a large amount of variety and completing a range of job roles

• Employees being able to make decisions about their own job role

• Having a range of fringe benefits that change regularly

Which of these is an example of job enrichment?

• Being allowed to do a completely different role in a business

• Being provided with additional responsibilities and tasks

• Being praised regularly for doing a good job

What is the difference between a wage and a salary

• A wage is where an employee is paid the same amount each month. A salary is based on piece rate or time rate.

• A salary is where an employee is paid the same amount each month. A wage is based on piece rate or time rate.

• A salary is the amount paid to an employee for completing their normal role. A wage is when an employee works more than their contracted hours.

What does absenteeism refer to?

• How much time an employee takes off work

• The amount of employees leaving a business

• The amount of work completed by an employee