1. Four-drive theory is conceptually different from the Maslow’s needs hierarchy
theory (as well as ERG theory) in several ways. Describe these differences. At the
same time, needs are based on drives, so the four drives should parallel the seven
needs that Maslow identified (five in the hierarchy and two additional needs). Map
Maslow’s needs onto the four drives in four-drive theory.
The four-drives include drive to acquire, drive to bond, driver to learn, drive to defend.
We can map Maslow’s needs onto the four-drive theory. While the four-drive theory
reinforces the view of Maslow and Alderfer in that needs are part of human nature, it
differs significantly in some respects. First, it avoids the assumption that everyone
has the same needs hierarchy. It considers how situational context, personal
experience and cultural values affect one’s intensity, persistence and direction of
effect. Second, the four-drive theory clarifies the role of emotional intelligence with
respect to motivation and behavior. For example, employees with high emotional
intelligence are more sensitive to their own drives and are better able to avoid
impulsive behavior.
2. Learned needs theory states that needs can be strengthened or weakened. How
might accompany strengthen the achievement needs of its management team?
Basically people needs never ends, They want more and more. They are not satisfied
by their demands. Their expectation is always more and more. Sometimes their
needs lead to strengthened and sometimes it makes them weakened. As we know
that different people have different priorities in their life and it greatly differs according
to their personality, attitude, nature and nurture, etc. Need For Achievement is when
People main priority is to achieve goals, in fact they wants challenging goals through
their own efforts. They want self-motivators to achieve goals.
3.Two friends who have just completed an organizational behavior course at another
college inform you that employees must fulfill their need of self-esteem and social
esteem before they can reach their full potential through self actualization. What
theory are these friends referring to? How does their statement differ from what you
learned about that theory in this chapter?
Maslow's Hierarchy Needs Theory. In this theory, Each individual has needs, or
feelings of deficiency that drive their behavior
Once a need is satisfied, then it is no longer motivating
Needs are in a hierarchy that an individual moves up as they satisfy levels of needs.
While in this chapter, Some variable prevent job dissatisfaction and some variables
produce motivation.
4. You just closed a deal with an organizational client, and this helps you achieve the
target that was set for you by the unit. Use expectancy theory to discuss how the
events that will follow may increase your motivation and engagement.
