1.Among the Theories of Motivational Behavior in Organization , choose only 1. You may cite an example for better understanding. 2. Working Conditions as Motivation What qualities should working conditions have to be motivating to employees? 3. Theory X and Theory Y All styles of management are useful in certain situations. Come up with a scenario in which •Theory X is appropriate as a management and motivational style •Theory Y is appropriate as a management and motivational style

1.Among the Theories of Motivational Behavior in Organization , choose only 1. You may cite an example for better understanding. 2. Working Conditions as Motivation What qualities should working conditions have to be motivating to employees? 3. Theory X and Theory Y All styles of management are useful in certain situations. Come up with a scenario in which •Theory X is appropriate as a management and motivational style •Theory Y is appropriate as a management and motivational style

Understanding Management (MindTap Course List)

10th Edition

ISBN:9781305502215

Author:Richard L. Daft, Dorothy Marcic

Publisher:Richard L. Daft, Dorothy Marcic

Chapter12: Motivating Employees

Section: Chapter Questions

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