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Watch Dan Pink video:  Drive: the surprising truth that motivates us. (Links to an external site.)

Then review chapter 5 regarding motivation.  Understanding motivation is important because compensation, turnover, and other HR concerns are related to it.  Chapter 5 also outlines four theories (Need, Two-Factor, Expectancy, and Equity) that concentrate on intrinsic and extrinsic factors. 

Assignment:

  • Write and post a brief summary (2 paragraphs) about one of the theories that you believe aligns with the video. (6 points)
  • Reply to a minimum of two classmates. (4 points)

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