Motivation-Hygiene Theory

The Motivation-Hygiene Theory, developed by Frederick Herzberg, explains that employee satisfaction and dissatisfaction are driven by two separate factors. "Motivators" like achievement, recognition, and meaningful work directly promote positive feelings and motivation when present. "Hygiene factors" such as salary, work conditions, and job security, if inadequate, cause dissatisfaction, but improving them doesn’t necessarily increase motivation. To improve employee morale, organizations should address hygiene issues to prevent dissatisfaction and enhance motivators to foster engagement and satisfaction. This dual approach helps create a more productive and satisfied workforce.