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Explain non-financial methods of motivation, including management styles, training, greater responsibility and fringe benefits.
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Motivating employees
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Motivation methods
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Explain non-financial methods of motivation, including management styles, training, greater responsibility and fringe benefits
- This point belongs to Motivating employees, especially Motivation methods.
- You need to be able to explain non-financial methods of motivation, including management styles, training, greater responsibility and fringe benefits.
- The key ideas to know are management style, fringe benefits, and motivation.
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Quick student answer
Explain how giving employees greater responsibility can motivate them.
Direct answer
Providing employees with greater responsibility increases their sense of ownership and autonomy, which boosts confidence and engagement. When employees feel trusted to make decisions, they are more likely to invest effort and show initiative, leading to higher productivity and job satisfaction.
How it works
The answer links responsibility to autonomy, ownership, confidence, engagement, and ultimately productivity and satisfaction, showing a clear cause‑and‑effect chain.
Key terms
- Motivation: The internal drive that encourages employees to act towards achieving organisational goals.
Common trap
Assuming all employees want the same motivation: Recognise that motivation varies by individual; use a mix of methods and seek employee feedback.
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