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Motivation and Leadership (Unit 4
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UNIT 4
Motivation and Leadership
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A. AmMOTIVATION
41.1. Meaning and Definition of
Motivation
‘The word ‘motivation’ has originated from the
term ‘motive’ which relates to wants, needs,
impulses and drives within a person. Motivation
refers to the process of inspiring people for doing
tasks and achieving goals and desires. Motivation
is a psychological occurrence that originates from
the wants and needs of people. It initiates a goal-
oriented behaviour. It is the force that drives
individuals into action. This force is the outcome
of a state of tension which has arisen due to
unfulfilled needs. Individuals make every effort to
eliminate this stress through such behaviours
which will help them in fulfilling their needs and
thereby, make them stress free.
According to Dalton E. McFarland, “Moiivation
refers to the way in which urges, drives, desires,
aspirations, strivings or needs direct, control or
explain the behaviour of human beings”.
‘According to Likert, “Motivation is the core of
management which shows that every human being
gives him a sense of worth in face-to-face groups
Which are most important to him. A supervisor
should strive to treat individuals with dignity and
Tecognition of their personal worth”.
4.1.2. Elements of Motivation
Following are the main elements of motivation:
) ction: The goal or target that encourages an
individual towards the better performance is
called ‘direction’. There are numerous options
among which a goal is selected, irrespective of
whether the individual is aware of it or not.
Certain intrinsic and extrinsic factors influence
the selection of a goal, which might oppose one
another. For example, a person might naturally
like to remain isolated but will be motivated to
adopt a social lifestyle for career progress or
social standing.
2) Intensity: The level of energy applied in the
desired direction is called “intensity”. Intensity
and anticipation of desired output are closely
related. Intensity is based on the person's
observation about the probability of achieving
the desired result from the efforts that had been
put in, This certainly happens, even if the
perception is unrealistic. For example, if an
individual believes that he would be getting a
salary hike, he might be motivated to work
harder to get it. This might also motivate him to
work for late hours; thereby his level of
productivity goes up.
3) Persistence: It is the determination with which a
person puts in efforts and energy to achieve his
goals. Several intrinsic and extrinsic factors
influence the maintenance of this determined
behaviour. The factors responsible for the
initiation of behaviour = may differ
comprehensively from the factors responsible for
the development, sustenance and persistence of
energised behaviour. In case, a person feels
learning to be satisfactory and enjoyable, the
extrinsic motivation may completely get
substituted by intrinsic motivation.
4.1.3. Process of Motivation
‘The process of motivation involves various steps as
shown in figure 4.
Motive
Tension
as Reduction
Goal
Figure 4.1: Process of Motivation
1) Motive: The process of motivation starts as soon
as the individual finds a motive behind
performing any action. Motives stimulate
behaviour and hence, provide a reason behind
that behaviour. To a large extent, motives are
personal and explain the thought process of an
individual, They keep on surfacing and provide
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2) Behaviour: All the activities that an individual
performs, when he is motivated towards
achieving personal and organisational goals,
collectively constitute his behaviour. The
motives of an individual exhibit his goals. At
times, these motives generate a”situation of
inequality as the physiological and the
psychological conditions of the individual may
become imbalanced. Hence, the behaviour which
directs the individual towards goal attainment
strives for attaining the balance between the two,
3) Goal: Goal of an individual is inspired by
numerous factors such as the customs and
morals, his inherited potentials, personal learning
and experiences and his social and physical
surroundings,
4) Tension Reduction: In an organisation,
employees tend to grow motivational urges due
to the cultural environment of the organisation
and the obligation to achieve their goals. These
urges also affect the perception of employees
about their job as well as their personal and
professional life.
4.1.4. Types of Motivation
Different types of motivation are as follows:
1) Positive Motivation versus Negative Motivation
i) Positive Me mn: This type of
motivation develops a positive and cheerful
climate in the organisation. Positive
motivation helps in recognising the
employee's capabilities and aids in fulfilling
those capabilities. When an organisation
provides rewards and recognition as well as
means to achieve them, the employee feels
positively motivated. Rewards can be
‘monetary or non-monetary.
ii) Negative Motivation: Goals set by the
organisation can aiso be achieved by
developing fear in the people. People are
afraid of the consequences of doing or not
doing a particular thing and hence, at times
follow the right path. Negative motivation
has many drawbacks as well. Fear leads to
annoyance, aggressive mind-set and the
person loses interest in his job. As a result,
competence and output suffers. Hence, thi
method should be avoided as much as
possible.
Motivation
versus Emotional
2) Rational
,
> ational Motivation: Rational individual is
‘one who analyse the benefits and drawbacks
of all the available options, before selecting
the best possible one. In relation to
marketing, customers who choose their
product by keeping in mind various available
options like weight, price, size, etc., are
called rational customers.
ii) Emotional Motivation: Emotional motives
are those goals which an individual selects
only on the basis of emotions. This means
that personal criteria like fear, pride, status,
ove, esteem, ctc., influence goal selection.
3) Primary Motivation versus Secondary
Motivation
i) Primary Motivation: Also called biological
motivation, the primary motivation has a
proper physiological existence. Biologically,
this motivation is essential for the existence
of human beings. The resulting behaviour
helps in changing the internal environment,
Increase or decrease in stimulation, reduced
hunger, discomfort and thirst and stimulated
senses (touch, taste, smell, etc.) are the basis
of primary motivational needs.
ii) Secondary Motivation: Also called psycho-
sociological motivation, secondary motivation
is learnt with the passage of time. These
motives have no physical (physiological)
basis, but help in personality development.
Secondary motives develop during the
lifecycle of an individual. ‘They can be
divided into social motives and psychological
motives. Social motives inspire a person to
step out and meet people and involve in
activities that instils a feeling of fun and
contentment. Psychological motives are
Personalised and differ from person to person.
‘They include self-esteem, self-exhibition, self
security, self-assertion, ete,
4) Intrinsic Motivation versus Extrinsic
Motivation
i) Intrinsic Motivation: This kind of
motivation is internally generated and does
not need any outside factor like financial
rewards or grades. An employee might stick
to his job as he might be getting a sense of
contentinent, self-regulation and desire (©
as he could feel that working
ing a job is a subject of pride, 0°
everyday work is interesting, ete. Such a?
employce is inherently motivated to work
Hence, behaviours that are not a result of at
external reward but are the product of the
activity itself, are called intrinsic motivatorMotivation and Leadership (Unit 4)
For example, the need to fulfilment that
comes with good performance, exciting,
pleasurable and demanding tasks, the
yearning to be a part of a social group, sense
of accountability, self-respect,
accomplishment, innovativeness and leaving
a special mark through performance.
Extrinsic Motivation: The motivation
resulting from outside factors is called
extrinsic motivation. Factors like rewards
and recognition are the most common
extrinsic factors. These factors provide more
contentment than the task itself. These
factors motivate the individual towards the
desired outcome. Leaders or managers are
capable of instilling this kind of motivation
through their behaviours. Good leadership is
not the only reason behind motivation.
People might also be intimidated or
terrorised by the managers and they might
improve their performance to avoid horrible
consequences. This kind of motivation is
termed as negative reinforcement. People can
also get motivated by external recognition,
monetary rewards and benefits. People who
are extrinsically motivated feel a sense of
obligation to perform, in order to meet their
lower order needs like money. Extrinsic
motivation takes place when an individual is
awarded with an incentive, which is not a
part of the normal remuneration.
(Self fulfilment)
Esteem Needs or Ego Needs
(Prestige, stats, sel-respect)
Social Needs
(Affection, friendship,
belongingness)
Safety and Security Needs
(Protection, order, stability)
Basic Physiological Needs
(Food, water, air, sex, shelter)
Figure 4.2: Maslow’s Need Hierarchy Theory
5) Financial versus Non-Financial Motivation/
Incentives: Incentive is the stimulus that directs
action into desired direction. Hence, incentive
can be considered as criteria of motivation,
Incentive has the power to direct the efforts of
employees in right direction so that
Predetermined goals can be achieved. Modern
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organisational settings have numerous kinds of
incentives that motivate the employees for better
performance. Following are the two such kinds
of incentives:
i) Financial Motivation: It is monetary in
nature as it can be measured in terms of
money like salary, wages, allowances, fringe
benefits, bonuses, etc.
ii) Non-Financial Motivation: It is non-
monetary in nature as it cannot be measured
in terms of money like job enrichment,
praise, growth opportunities, participative
management, ete.
4.1.5. Approaches to Work
Motivation/Theories of Motivation
Following are the three general categories of theories
of motivation:
‘Approaches to Work Motivation/Theories of Motivation
Content Process ‘Contemporary
Approaches pproaches ‘Approaches
Maslow MeGregors Equity Theory
Mowchy of Neca | Theory X and Y of Work
‘Theory room's Motivation
Expectancy McClelland’s
=] Theory ‘Achievement —
Porter Lawler Motivation
Expectancy ‘Theory
Model
(Extension of
VIE Theoiy)
4.1.6. Content Approaches
Every employee, working in any organisation, has
certain needs and goals that he wants to achieve. He
has a certain degree of strength to achieve those
goals that can satisfy his needs. These factors
motivate an employee to work harder at his job.
Some of the well-known motivational content
theories are Maslow’s Need Hierarchy, Herzberg’s
Motivation Hygiene Theory, and Alderfer’s ERG
Theory. According to content theories, there is
always one best motivating technique that can
commonly be used for all the employees. The content
theories mainly focus on the need of the employees
and their motivating factors. Thus, these theories are
very useful for the managers because by using them
managers can motivate the workers accordingly and
thereby, increase the organisational productivity.
4.1.6.1.
Theory
Human beings have categorised their needs into two
types ~ first one is basic (primary) needs, which are
essential for the survival of the human beings and
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second one is acquired (secondary) needs, which are
less important as compared to basic needs. Though
there are numerous needs or desires, but which one
should be given priority is the important question.
So, this question was answered by Abraham Harold
Maslow through his theory which represents a
hierarchy of needs. Need hierarchy theory mainly
emphasised on following points:
1) Human beings are those animals whose desires
never end. They always need some or the other
things to satisfy themselves.
2) Once a need is satisfied, it stops motivating an
individual further.
3) Depending upon the importance, needs have a
certain order.
According to Maslow, need hierarchy has following
sequence:
1) Basic Physiological Needs: Basic requirements
of an individual such as food, shelter, clothing,
air, water, etc., are considered as basic
physiological needs. Since these needs are
essential for the survival and sustainability of
human beings, hence, these needs are prioritised
and placed at the initial stage of the Maslow's
need hierarchy theory.
2) Safety and Security Needs: After the fulfilment
of basic needs, human beings expect safety and
security of themselves as well as of their family.
These securities are in the form of job security,
insurance (life insurance, vehicle insurance, etc.),
old age security (pension, retirement fund, etc.),
and security of income. In simple words, an
individual requires an
maintain his standard of living.
3) Social Needs: Social need is a kind of cognitive
requirement of human beings. When this need is
‘not met, it creates a lot of imbalance in the mind
of an individual which adversely affects his
health. Since man lives in a society, he socialises
himself by interacting with other people, share
his feelings with others, making friends, etc. That
is why, it is said that the community and culture
of an individual reflect his identity.
4) Esteem Needs or Ego Needs: Egoistic needs are
of two types, i.c., internal and external. Self-
confidence, self-motivation, skills, abilities,
competency, etc., are some of the factors that are
based on internal egoistic needs and are earned
after an immense hard work by an individual.
Individuals having inward esteem needs always
‘eared gratitude’ by the society.
peas focus on building
External egoistic needs
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goodwill and status of an individual that is
eared by achieving some higher position or if
the individual becomes financially, socially and
politically powerful.
5) Self-Actualisation Needs: It is a stage of self-
fulfilment in which people realise their highest
potential for self-development in a unique or
creative way. In simple words, these needs are
considered as aim of an individual's life. Once
all the needs of an individual are met, he
searches out for personal achievement that gives
mental satisfaction to him. Individual having the
need for achievement wants to become better
than others, takes challenging tasks in order to
demonstrate his potential and becomes successful
which not only satisfies him but benefits the
society as well.
As per Maslow’s need theory:
1) There exist five levels of human needs that he
requires to satisfy.
2) These needs are organised according to their
preferences, i.e, most important to least
important.
3) Once a need is satisfied, it is no longer a
motivator, and hence, the individual proceeds
towards next need,
4) After the fulfilment of one need, the next stage of,
need evolves as a depressed need that an
individual tries to satisfy.
5) Though the basic physiological needs and
security needs are limited and can be satisfied
easily but the other three needs are unlimited and
have a great influence on the individuals working
at senior levels.
6) Alll the five levels of Maslow’s need theory are
mutually dependent on each other as all of them
have some common characteristics, An
individual can move on to the next level of need,
only after satisfying the previous need. Each
level of need affects the behaviour of an
individual that motivates him to move further.
7) The first two needs, i.e., basic and safety needs,
are considered as lower order needs and
remaining three, i.e., social, egoistic and self-
actualisation needs, are considered as higher
order needs.
4.1.6.2.
‘Theory
In the late fifties, a motivational theory was
introduced by Frederick Irving Herzberg, named as
motivation hygiene theory. It is also known as two-
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factor motivation theory, as it i
factors, ic. job satisfaction and joy Qeeatseeat
jn order t0 identify the factors responsible fer ah
satisfaction and job dissatisfaction, Hersben
decided to interview maximum number of employees
working at higher levels in their respective
companies. Thus, he interviewed around 200
Secountants and engineers to recall the times when
they felt good and bad at theit workplace separately
and then specify the reasons for theit feelings
respectively. The factors responsible for both the
Situations Were not at all similar, which concluded
that job satisfaction and job dissatisfaction are not
contradictory. Thus, absence of job satisfaction
rmeans no job satisfaction and not job dissatisfaction,
Herzberg classified the factors responsible for either
job satisfaction or job dissatisfaction into following
categories:
1) Hygiene Factors: These factors are those
motivating factors whose presence motivates the
employees at the workplace but for a limited
period only. However, their absence can result in
job dissatisfaction for the employees. Adequate
rhumber of hygiene factors at the workplace help
in comforting the employees. Since, these factors
focus on avoiding dissatisfaction, they are also
termed as maintenance factors or dissatistiers.
These factors play a very important role in
creating a healthy work environment, which
ultimately fulfils the physiological needs of the
employees. Some of the hygiene factors are as
‘The salary structure of the employees
should be set according to the market value.
Salary paid to the employees working at
‘same position even in different organisations
should remain same. The pay should be fair,
reasonable and unbiased.
ii) Company Policies and Administrative
Policies: The policies set by the company
should be flexible, unbiased and transparent
in nature. Rigidity in working hours, leaves,
breaks and dress-code can make the working
environment uncomfortable forthe
employees.
iii) Fringe Benefits: Fringe benefits in the form
of medical claims, benefit plans for family,
assistance programmes for employees, etc.,
motivate the employees to a great extent.
iv) Physical Working Conditions: The
working conditions have a great impact on
the performance of the employees as clean
* and hygienic conditions satisfy and motivate
them to work effectively. Unhealthy
i)
2)
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environment, unsafe and inefficient tools and
equipment not only increase the risk of
accidents but also lead to dissatisfaction.
¥) Status: The employees should be given
proper respect in the organisation. ‘They
should have a well-known status within the
organisation, which must be retained by the
firm,
vi) Interpersonal Relations: The relationship
between the employee and his colleagues, his
superiors and juniors should be healthy and
understandable. Arousal of any dispute or
any embarrassing situation can adversely
affect their relationships.
vii) Job Security: Job security in the form of
insurance, pension, retirement fund, etc.,
given by the organisation provides maximum
job satisfaction to the employees and
‘motivates them to stay with the organisation
for a long duration.
‘Motivational Factors: According to Herzberg,
unlike hygiene factors, motivational factors
positively satisfy the human beings for a much
Jonger term. That is why, hygiene factors are
considered as less motivating as compared to
‘motivational factors. These factors are also
known as satisfiers and are inherent by nature.
‘These factors are considered as intrinsic rewards,
that motivate employees to perform more
effectively. According to motivational factors,
basic physical needs are just an additional benefit,
to the employees.
Following are some of the motivational factors:
i) Recognition: Managers should motivate the
employees by praising and appreciating them
for their hard work and good performance.
ii) Sense of Achievement: While performing
any job, employees must develop a sense of
achievement. They must realise that their
hard work will be rewarded at the end of the
day. For this, managers can use some sort of
rewards to motivate the employees.
iii) Growth and Promotional Opportunities:
Another way by which an organisation can
motivate its employees is by providing them
with numerous opportunities for their
advancement that can help them in their
career growth.
iv) Responsil Managers should ty to
make their subordinates accountable by
minimising their interference and excessive14
control over their job. Employees should be
made solely ‘responsible for their
performance and must be provided with job
ownershi
¥) Meaningfuiness of the Work: The more
meaningful and challenging task is given to
the employees, more interesting and
‘motivating that task becomes for them,
Difference between Herzberg’s Theory and Maslow’s
‘Theory
Herzberg’s Theory
Basis of Maslow’s
Difference ‘Theory
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to
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employee better
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‘motivational factors. | motivational
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the individuals | problems of
working at higher | employees.
2) Nature
6) Empirical [This theory is based | Unlike Herzberg
Data fon the data collected | theory, this
after experimenting | theory is not
higher grade | based on
employees such as| experiment but
professional on the
accountants and | perception,
engineers.
4.1.6.3. Alderfer’s ERG Theory
Alderfer's ERG theory is the improved version of
Maslow’s need theory. Maslow’s need theory was
not applicable to organisational setup. On the other
hand, Alderfer's theory has described the human
needs that are relevant to the work setting. According
to Alderfer, needs can be classified into three
1) Enistence: These needs aze associated with the
1) Riwtence of human beings and are an extended
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few of his safety needs,
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2) Relatedness: These needs are tissociated
interpersonal relations within the organisation,
‘They are an extended version of Maslow’s need
for belongingness and a few of his safety needs
and esteem/ego needs.
3) Growth: These needs are related to growth of
human capability. Maslow’s need for self-esteem
and self-actualisation are equivalent to growth
needs.
4.1.7. Process Approaches
Unlike content motivational theories, process
theories such: as Vroom’s Expectancy Theory,
McGregor’s Theory X and Y, Porter and Lawler
‘Model, etc., focus on determining the way by which
‘motivation process takes place in the employees.
In simple words, these theories explain the entire
Process, which an employce follows in order to
satisfy his needs. This process includes his
commencement, his sustainability and the way he
directs his behaviour to minimise his inner stress and
reach the desired goal
Rather than emphasising on the needs of the
employees, process theories emphasises on the goals
and the methods by which employees can be
motivated to achieve these goals. Identification of
internal factors influencing the motivation Process of,
an individual is the main target of these theories,
According to these theories, motivation is entirely
pased on the thinking, outlook and ideology of an
individual and thus, motivation is considered as»
cognitive process.
4.1.7.1. —McGregor’s Theory X and Y
In 1960, Douglas McGregor introduced a theory
named
weory X nd Theory Y which mainly
ry. According to this
theory, every individual has two different views, i
Positive and negative,
McGregor called these negative views as Theory X
and positive views as Theory Y. MeGregor tried to
observe the behaviour of managers while interacting
with their employees and concluded that the
Viewpoints of managers for their employees are
based on certain perceptions and these. perceptions
further shape their behaviour.
In today’s time, increasing pressure in the business
world has made the organisation to forget theMotivation and Leadership (Unit 4)
traditional rules that should be i
dealing with the employees. Thus, this ‘hay proved
cout to be beneficial for the organisations as it
involves simple rules and regulations that should be
followed by the managers while dealing with their
subordinates.
‘Assumptions of Theory X
‘According to theory X, four assumptions followed
by the managers are as follows:
1) Most of the employees try to neglect the work
given to them as they inherently have an aversion
to work.
2) Managers believe that employees need to be
pressurised, supervised and sometimes even
threatened to make them achieve the set targets.
3) Managers believe that employees do not take
their responsibilities seriously and only follow
the same routine rules wherever necessary.
4) Employces give priority to job security which
makes them non-ambitious and lenient towards
their job.
Assumptions of Theory Y
According to theory Y, various positive assumptions
followed by the managers regarding employees are
as follows:
1) Employees have the ability to treat their work
cither as a routine task or as an enjoyable
activity.
2) Employees having determination to accomplish
desired goals and objectives can easily control
themselves.
3) An average employee can become a responsible
employee by developing the tendency to accept
the responsibilit
4) Achievement of an employee is based on his
level of commitment towards his objectives. The
accomplishment of these objectives results in
rewards which motivates him to become loyal
towards his goal
5) Employees also have a great ability to think ‘out
of the box’ and do something innovative. This is
not only the responsibility of the employees
working at higher positions, but also the average
employees can be creative.
Comparison of Theories X and Y
Theory X and theory Y act as two faces of the same
coin and are mutually exclusive by nature. Though,
both of them are related to human nature but are
absolutely opposite to each other. The difference
ween the two theories is given below:
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4.1.7.2. _Vroom’s Expectancy Theory
Vroom’s Expectancy Theory is also known as
(Valence & Instrumentality Theory). Vroom has
Proposed a new Vroom’s theory of motivation is also
known as Vroom’s Expectancy Theory and
Valence and Instrumentality Theory. This theory
Proposed that people motivate themselves to
accomplish only those goals which are achievable.
‘Vroom's expectancy model believes that the rewards
play a very important role in determining the
motivation of an individual. Since human beings are
rational by nature, they will search for the most
beneficial alternative that can increase the value of
these rewards. When people know the value of
reward, they automatically motivate themselves to
perform better in order to achieve the desired rewards
and results. The first expectancy theory related to
motivation at workplace was given by Victor
‘Vroom. According to Vroom, content motivational
theories were unable to explain the entire process of
‘motivation. Thus, he tried to explain the motivational
Process in his model which consisted of following
three variables:
Figure 4.3 summarises Vroom’s expectancy theory
of work motivation:
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Figure 4.3: Vroom's Valence and Instrumentality Theory
1) Expectancy: The possibility or probability of
receiving any specific outcome after applying a
specific behaviour or effort by an individual is
known as expectancy. Expectancy gives an idea
about the relationship between the efforts applied
and the results received.
mentality: The effect of first-level
2) Tnstrime, such as improvised performance onthe
Second-level outcome such as, promotions, pay
hike, bonus, etc. is known as “instrumentality”.
“imple words, the extent to which the
Da onevent in the performance of an individual
ates the salary structure of that individual is
fect
instrumentality. This degree of influencing
second-level outcome by the first-level outcome
can either be very high or it can be very low and
sometimes it is nil. Higher the degree of
expectancy and instrumentality, greater is the
motivation of the employee.
3) Valence: The value given by individual to
rewards offered by the company is known as
valence. Depending upon different individuals,
sometimes valence is treated as incentives,
sometimes as attitudes and some consider it as
expected utility. For example, some employees
have great value for promotion but some
consider it as an increase in burden. Thus, they
have different viewpoints about promotion.
Valence is basically of three types:
i) Positive Valence: Positive valence
alongwith high expectancy will help in
increasing the efforts as well as performance
of the employee. This will further motivate
the employee and lead him towards
satisfactory outcome.
ii) Zero Valence: When there is zero valence
combined with any level of expectancy, it
will remain non-reactive in motivating. the
‘employee.
Negative Valence: Negative valence
alongwith any level of expectancy always
turns into negative motivation.
Thus, it can be said that motivation is dependent on
three factors:
Motivational Force (M) = Expectancy (BE) x
Anstrumentality (1) x Valence (V) Or M=(ExIxV)
The strong interrelation among these three factors
plays a very crucial role in strengthening the
‘motivation within the employee. In simple words,
expectancy when multiplied by instrumentality and
valence will decide the degree of motivation of an
employee. Positive interrelation among three factors
results in strong motivation. Thus, it can be said that
the attractiveness and the expectancy of a particular
outcome plays a very important role in strengthening
the way efforts are applied.
Criticisms of Vroom’s Expectancy Theory
Criticisms of Vroom's expectancy theory are as
follows:
1) Simple in Nature: This theory does not explain
the’ different levels of efforts acted out by an
individual. There is also the assumption that a
reward will entice an employee to expand greater
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negative effect for the individual, Vor cane
a pay increase might push him or her into
higher tax bracket. .
2) Based on Behavioural Predictions Across
Individuals: The theory was tested ay if it wax
based on behavioural and attitudinal predictions
across, rather than within, individuals. Thus,
when the scores of a group of people are collated
and used to predict general motivation, the
results often show only a moderate level of
validity of Vroom’s theory. However, this type
of research neglects to take into account a whole
range of individual differences such as ability,
job rolevdifficulty, different levels of rewards,
and so on. It also assumes that people consider
valence, instrumentality and expectancy in the
same way, which is not true.
3) Ignores Influence of Situational Factors: This
theory ignores the influence of situational
factors. Thierry and Koopman-Iwema state that
‘the influence of “other parties” (colleague,
superior, quality controller, etc.) is taken into
account far too little. Opposite to the assumption
of this theory, a respondent has less control on
his behaviour.
4.1.7.3. Porter Lawler Expectancy Model
(Extension of VIE Theory)
The Porter-Lawler model is the extension of
room's theory. Vroom's theory elaborated the
factors responsible for development of efforts
whereas Porter and Lawler's theory states that i
not necessary that efforts will always result in better
performance and satisfaction. The expectation of
getting rewards and the value of those rewards for an
employee are the factors that develop and determine
the effort of an employee. But the performance of an
employee entirely depends upon his capabilities and
his perception about the role which he has to
Perform. In simple terms, when an individual applies
efforts, he improves his performance and when this
performance is combined with rewards, the employee
reaches his maximum job satisfaction. The two most
important points of this model are:
1) Subjective Probability E —> P: ‘Under this
probability, an employee is expected to apply
maximum efforts and improve his performance
to achieve the desired goal.
2) Probability P > O: After considering the
valence or value of the outcomes, employee is
expected to improve his performance that helps
in achieving desired output.
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Thus, in short, Porter and Lawler theory suggests that
there are two probability factors — first one is
subjective, i.e., E > P and second is P > © which
helps in motivating the employees. E > P means
increased efforts result in better performance and P
> © means better performance culminates into
desired outcomes.
Components of Porter and Lawler Model
Porter and Lawler model consists of following
‘components:
1) Subjective Value of Rewards: The value of
rewards is different for different employees
working in an organisation, That is why the
performance of the employees depends upon the
degree of attractiveness for the results and
rewards,
2) Probability between Effort and. Rewards:
When the employee knows that the effort made
by him will result in certain reward, he will
increase his effort, but if even after increasing his
effort, he does not receive any reward, then he
will not put his adequate efforts, Thus, the
employees are well aware of the probability
between the efforts applied and the rewards
received.
3) Effort of an Organisational Member: In this
‘component, an organisational member tries to
‘maintain a certain level of performance.
4) Area of Individual Abilities. and
Characteristics: The abilities and characteristics
of an individual differ from other people working.
in that organisation. These capabilities help him
to accomplish the allotted task and are relatively
stable in nature. .
5) Role Perception: Role perception includes what
and in which direction efforts will be applied by
‘an individual. It also determines what an
individual means by successful completion of
task given to him,
6) Accomplishment of Job: ‘This component
focuses on achievement level of an individual
while performing a task. According to Porter and
Lawler’s model, there are several variables that
influence successful achievement of a task.
Multiple components and various parameters
alongwith their effects results in successful
accomplishment of the job.
7) Reward: According to this component, the
rewards are of two types, i.e., intrinsic reward
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8) Perceived Equity of Rewards and Satisfaction:
Every individual working in an organisation
expects appropriate and satisfactory reward from
the organisation on the basis of his performance.
The difference between the expected reward and
the reward received, determines the level of
‘employee's job faction or dissatisfaction,
More the difference between the two rewards,
greater is the level of satisfaction or
dissatisfaction,
4.1.8. Contemporary Approaches
There are a number of contemporary theories that
have one thing in common each has a reasonable
degree of valid supporting documentation. ‘These
theories are called contemporary theories not because
they necessarily were developed recently, but
because they represent the current state of the art in
explaining employee motivation,
The two major contemporary theories are discussed
as follow:
1) Equity theory of work motivation,
2) McClelland’ needs theory,
4.18.1. — Equity Theory of Work Motivation
JS. Adams is the founder of equity theory of
motivation. According to this theory, employees
working in an organisation expect justice and
fairness on the part of management, Biased and
unfair treatment not only demotivates them, but also
hampers their performance. Adams theory of
motivation focuses on identifying the reasons for
unbiased behaviour on the part of an organisation and
its impact on the employees.
Following are the four significant elements of
Adams equity theory:
1) Person: The individual dealing with equitable or
on-equitable situations,
2) Comparison Other: ‘Comparison other’ is the
individual with whom the person compares his
efforts and inputs made and outcomes received.
‘These are also known as ‘relevant other’.
3) Inputs: These are the characteristics of an
individual such as skills, _proficiencies,
experience, talent and potentials which he carries
with him while joining the job. These are
constantly observed by different people having
different outlook.
4) Outcomes: These are the results of employees’
formance and are awarded in the form of
Bae promotion, bonus and fringe benefits.
These are distributed depending upon the
performance of the individual.
Examples of Inputs and Outcomes
Inputs ‘Outcomes
Time Pay
Effort Promotion
Education Recognition
Experience: Security
| Training, Personal development
Teas Benefits
Ability Friendship opportunity
According to this theory, once the person starts
comparing his contribution and result with the
relevant other's effort, he starts developing
motivation to perform better. When the person’s
input and outcomes are not equal to that of ‘relevant
other’, he gets motivated to put in more efforts and
reduce that feeling of inequity. More the inequitable
feeling arises in the person, greater is the degree of
motivation to reduce that imbalance. Thus, equity
acts as motivation force will act as follows:
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He may even try some of the following options to
eliminate that inequity:
1) He may try to bring some changes in his inputs.
2) He may also try to modify his output.
3) He may deform the inputs, and outputs
cognitively
4) Rather than making any alterations, he might
give up. "
5) The person may try to create stich situations by
which the ‘relevant other’ may leave the field or
his input and outcome gets distorted cognitively.
6) The person may switch to another ‘relevant
other’ for comparison.
Figure 4.4 specifies three different equity
relationships, ic., equity, megative inequity and
positive inequity. Let us consider two people who
have the same background and carry out similar tasks
as shown in figure 4.4. However, they have different
hourly pay rates. Equity takes place when the ratio of
perceived outcomes of an individual to inputs is
equivalent to that of the comparison other (See part 1
in figure 4.4). Negative inequity occurs if
comparison other attains greater outcomes for similar
inputs (See part 2 in figure 4.4). Positive inequity
will occur when an individual’s outcome to input
ratio is more than that of comparison other (See part
3 in figure 4.4).
4.1.8.2, McClelland’s Achievement = —
Motivation Theory
Among the numerous researchers who took Murray’s
theories further, the most remarkable was David
McClelland, He developed a theory which laid
emphasis on need for achievement, power, and
affiliation,
As per him, individuals learn from the events which
they take part in or experience to procure specific
heeds from the society's culture. These needs are
then considered as tendencies which influence
individual's perception for different situations and
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their approach towards goal attainment. Following
are the needs learnt by people:
1) Need of Achievement (n Ach): According to
McClelland, “(n Ach) is behaviour towards
competition with a standard of excellence”.
McClelland alongwith his associates propounded
following four features of individual who have
great need for achievement:
i) They have a firm longing to tke up
responsibility on personal level to solve
problems or completing a job.
‘They have a habit of setting high standards
and taking calculated risks.
iii) They demand substantial feedback for their
performance.
iv) Their only concern is completing the given
task successfully.
2) Need for Power (n Pow): An individual's need
to impact behaviour of others, exercise full
control over the environment, and have
accountability for the same are included in the
need for power. Following are the features of
individuals who highly need power:
i) They want to give directions and exercise
control over someone.
‘They are concerned to build and maintain
leader-follower relationships.
3) Need for Affiliation (n Aff): According to
‘McClelland, “(n_ Aff) is attraction to another
organism in order to feel reassured from the
other that the self is acceptable”. The urge to
build and sustain amiable and cordial relations
with others comes under this need.
Individuals who possess high (n Aff) have the
following features:
i) They look to gain
encouragement from others.
ii) They try to adhere to the policies and fulfil
the wishes of leaders whom they respect.
iii) They possess sensitivity towards others.
approval and
Criticism of MeClelland’s Needs Theory
Following points highlight the criticisms of
McClelland’s need theory:
1) The individuals who need achievement expect
everyone else to perform in the same manner and
hence, lack effectiveness required to become
managers.
2) The training required to motivate individuals to
aspire for achievement consumes a lot of time.
3) It uses protective techniques like Thematic
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Though these techniques have their advantages
over questionnaire methods, there are always
chances of prejudice by the researcher.
4) Though MeClelland contends that an individu:
can change his/her needs socially with the help
of training and education, other experts challenge
him as they think this change not be
permanent.
5) McClelland failed to establish that the needs
Teamt by an individual through education and
training can be applied at the workplace.
4.1.9. Importance of Motivation
Motivation is important in following ways:
1) Sets the Action of Individuals in Motion:
Every organisation has physical, human and
financial resources whose deployment is based
on the capability and enthusiasm of people.
Motivation stimulates human resources to act
towards their goal. It makes the employees
willing to work and helps management exploit its
resources to the maximum,
2) Improves the Performance Efficiency:
Performance of employees is improved by
motivation. This is because performance depends
both on employee's capability and his eagerness
to perform better. There is a gap between abi
to work and eagemess to work and motivation
acts as a binding factor. This enhances output,
reduces cost of operation and takes the overall
efficiency of employees to new heights,
) Ensures Accomplishment of Organisational
Goals: Organisational goals canbe
successfully achieved by the management by
motivating the employees towards putting their
best foot forward and accomplishing the tasks
assigned. If they fail to motivate the
employees, the planning, organising and
staffing functions would fail to serve their
purpose. The management can gain the
confidence of its employees and meet
organisational goals efficiently by fulfilling
employees’ needs by using a fair reward
system.
4) Creates
Relations!
prospects
performance
Pleasant and Supportive
: Monetary rewards, promotional
and recognition of outstanding
are a few ways through wl
isations motivate their employees towards
organisations Tance. Motivation promotes
meee pd amiable relationship between the
foyer and the employees, boosts employees
orl and minimises industrial conflicts. If
mor
employees are properly motivated, they would be
less resistant to change and would support the
organisational growth.
5) Helps in Employee Retention: Motivation plays
an important role in retaining employees as it
boosts their confidence and enhances their
loyalty and commitment towards the
organisation. It makes the organisation stable by
decreasing the rate of turnover and absenteeism,
The talent and knowledge of the employees can
be used in the best possible manner for the
mutual benefit of the organisation and the
employees. This improves the image of the
organisation and helps in attracting eligible and
experienced people.
4.1.10. Managerial Applications of
Motivation Theories
There are numerous practical applications of
motivation. The, organisation must consider both
intrinsic and extrinsic features of the job when
applying theories of motivation. Intrinsic factors are
directly associated with the job content whereas
extrinsic factors are more concerned about the
organisational environment. Hence, at a workplace,
motivational theories can be applied in the following
manner:
1) Rewards: Rewards are a vital part of motivation.
Rewards can be both tangible and intangible. The
top performer or the salesforce of a company
rewarded on monthly bonus is an example of
tangible reward. Tangible rewards are not
necessarily monetary rewards. Few organisations
offer non-monetary rewards like free lunches and
goodies to good performers. A pat on the back
from the manager on timely completion of job
can also be considered as tangible motivation.
Maslow’s need theory emphasises on fulfilling
individual needs, especially those of higher
order. Since needs are complicated and ever
changing, hence, individuals must sort out the
needs that are important. Inappropriate means
should not be adopted to meet the needs. It must
be carefully considered that people differ in the
context of their nature and personality, hence,
remuneration system should be designed
accordingly. As per Herzberg’s two factor
theory, intrinsic motivational factors must be
dered while framing reward policies.
cor
2) Job Design: Experts suggest that not just
rewards, but the job itself is also a cause of
motivation. Job design is the process by which
tasks are assigned to a job and its relation withMotiv
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other jobs is also determined, Job desi
immense effect on. the ingwneit” Bas
organisational goals. From the organisations
point of view, the manner in which the tasks ml
responsibilities are clustered, have an impact on
the production and expenses. Highly challenging
or dissatisfying job positions are hard to fill, The
tumover ratio for boring and uninteresting job is
much higher. The balance between job: factor
(rewards, qualification and content)
individual needs greatly affect
motivation and job enrichment,
and
employee
Hence, if jobs are designed carefully, it would be
beneficial for both the
icial employee and
organisation and helps in achieving the
organisational goals effectively. Poor job
designs, alternatively, might decrease output,
increase employee absenteeism, tumover,
complaints, resignation, unionisation and various
other problems. Herzberg considered that job
design is a crucial aspect of motivation and since
then, organisations around the globe are working
extensively on job design.
Employee Involvement —_ Programme:
Numerous techniques such as participative
management, empowerment, employee
ownership and workplace democracy are part of
employee involvement. This process engages the
maximum potential of the employee and focuses
on increasing their commitment and_ loyalty
towards the organisational success. The basic
concept is that in case the workers are involved
in decisions that affect their work-life, the result
is that their independence and control over their
‘work-life is enhanced, and ultimately they tend
to become more satisfied with their jobs and it
leads to the increase in output. Participation is
different from employee —_involvement.
Participation is a narrower concept as compared
to employee involvement. Participative
management, quality circles, employee stock
ownership, etc., are few examples of employee
involvement programmes.
Numerous motivational theories are based on
employee involvement. For example, Theory Y
talks about ative management, whereas
Theory X talks about a more conventional
autocratic method of managing employees. As
Per Herzberg's two factor theory, intrinsic
Motivation is the outcome of employee
involvement programmes which results in better
Prospects of responsibility, work and growth. In
the same way, when an employee has the right to
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take and implement decisions, hiis _self-
confidence and self-esteem get enhanced. Thus,
employee involvement, just like ERG theory,
emphasises on encouraging the need of
achievement,
Management by Objective (MBO): This is an
organised and controlled approach through which
management can stress on goal accomplishment
and achieving maximum output from the
Fesources available at hand. Employees are
usually provided with strong input so that they
can easily select their goals, decide the time to be
taken to accomplish those goals, etc. MBO helps
in tracking the process of goal accomplishment
and giving feedback.
Its main objective is to configure the
organisational goals and subordinate objectives
in such a manner that all the employees direct
their effort towards accomplishment of common.
organisational goals. Top — management
implements techniques like GQM (Goal,
Question and Metrics) to recognise and classify
organisational goals.
Employee Recognition —_ Programmes:
Herzberg states that recognition plays a
crucial role in motivating and satisfying
employees. When an employee is appreciated
in the presence of his colleagues, he is
motivated to perform even better in the future.
Recognition programmes focus on admitting
the employee's performance. Certain
organisations also get the employee's
achievements printed in the organisation's
newsletter or display it on the notice boards for
motivating other employees as well. Titles like
“employee of the week” or “employee of the
month” are also given to the selected employee
in some organisations. This not only motivates
the performer but also the other employees
towards excellent performance.
For example, employee recognition rewards are
given by Radiant Info to its outperforming
employees in order to encourage them to
maintain their performance. Encore,
employce recognition programme at Wipro,
targets to recognise excellent employees. This
also encourages other employees to excel in their
jobs. Employees with “superlative performance”
get a place in the “Wipro Hall of Fame”. The
best teams are also listed in the same. HCL
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4.1.11, Motivation Job
Performance
Motivation is very important for good performance
because if employees are not motivated towards their
work, then they will not give their best. Nevertheless,
an employee's performance is not solely dependent
on motivation, Hence, all the factors that influence
employee's performance alongwith motivation must
be analysed. An employee's performance is the
factor that makes or ruins an organisation. Hence, the
management needs to devise various methods to
‘motivate its employees. Money is the universal
motivating factor. Apart from money, there are
various other motivating factors that need to be taken
into account:
1) Employee Differences: People have different
mind-sets and notions and hence different
reasons for getting motivated. This is the reason
why management must possess knowledge about
the needs and emotions of the employees and
understand what motivates employees for better
performance. Thus, in order to be a successful
motivator, a manager must understand that all
individuals are not the same,
2) Job: If the employees like their job and find it
worth doing, they naturally get motivated. They
feel a sense of responsibility towards the tasks
and consider the job as worthwhile. Employees’
Performance improves as soon as they start
taking responsibility of their actions and work
hard to deliver results.
and
3) Work Environment: The work environment
Plays a very important role in attracting excellent
Workforce “and retaining them. When strong
working relations and various motivational
factors are encouraged, employees wish to
remain with the organisation for longer duration,
4) This can be done by motivating employees to
achieve and sustain cquity in the workplace.
Equity here implies to the notion of the employee
about their importance in the organisation as
compared to other employees. Employees’
performance bears a negative impact if they
believe that they are not treated fairly,
5) Public Recognition: Employees like to be
appraised and appreciated by the managers when
they perform well. Certain companies, as a part
of their best practices, follow public recognition
on a regular basis. This motivates employees to
improve their performance further, as
appreciation is an effective motivator for every
employee.
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4.2.1, Introduction
Leadership can be defined as the capability to
inculcate confidence in employees to achieve the
objectives of the organisation. It is a technique which
outlines the group and organisational goals, assists in
describing the groups or organisational culture and
then stimulates behaviour towards the realisation of
these goals.
Effective leadership is based upon worthy character
and unselfish service of an individual towards the
organisation. In order to be an effective leader, the
person must possess the ability to promote changes,
motivate the members of the team and lead towards
the accomplishment of the common goals. It is a
process of forming a surrounding where others can
self-actualise, while carrying-out their work
Leadership means the traits of an individual that
allows him to motivate others for attaining some
specific objectives,
Ais an interesting social fact that takes place in every
group despite of its geography, culture, or
citizenship. Effective management cannot take place
ithout effective ‘eadership. Leaders are the
individuals, who not only foresee the changes, but
also seek to persuade the employees regarding the
need for change. Thus, they assist and guide the
employees throughout the process of change.
According to Hollander, “Leadership is a process of
influence ‘between a leader and those ‘who are
followers”,
Acrording fo Chester Barnard, “Leadership isthe
ability ofa superior to influence the behavincs of ie
subordinates and persuade them to follow « particular
course of action".
4.2.2. Leadership Styles
Different types of leaders and their leadership styles
are shown in figure bellow:
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4.2.2.1. Autocratic Leadership Style
Autocratic leader is also known as dictator. It could
also be considered as one-man show. The role of the
leader is restricted merely to dictating the
instructions to his subordinates, In this leadership
atyle, leader does not get involved with the members
of the team. He decides the policies and procedures
without discussing with his subordinates, He does not
provide any information about future strategies but
simply gives instructions regarding the steps that are
to be followed. In this style of leadership, all
decisions are taken by the leader only.
Autocratic leadership may have a negative impact
because followers are unaware, insecure and afraid of
leader's power. Such a leader is known as a strict
autocrat, who focuses on negative influences and
gives instructions, which are supposed to be accepted
by the subordinates.
‘These leaders are also termed as benevolent
autocrat when they use motivational and positive
leadership style and some are known as
manipulative autocrats, who make the subordinates
feel participative towards the decision-making
process even if they have already taken the decision,
This autocratic type of leadership style is quite
common and often gives good results. However, itis
subjected to the various limitations as well.
Advantages of Autocratic Leadership Style
Advantages of autocratic leadership style are as follows:
1) Quick Decision-Making: This style of
leadership results in quick decision-making as
single person is responsible for decision-making,
Which makes it a hassle-free process.
2) Enhances Productivity: Employees are
encouraged to work with more zeal and energy
When they think that they are under constant
supervision, This leads to enhanced productivity.
3) Reduces Stress: Under this style, leaders are
absolutely responsible for consequences of th
decisions so, managers feel relaxed and stress-
free,
Disadvantages of Autocratic Leadership Style
Disadvantages of autocratic style are as follows:
1) Discourages Follower’s Development: This
style of leadership does not focus on the
development of the subordinates. This style does
not support creativity and innovation. Many
times work is hampered when leader is not
present because employees do not have any right
to take any decision. This style adversely affects
the self-confidence of followers.
2) Increases Leader’s Workload: This style of
leadership enhances leader's workload as the
leader is solely responsible for every decision.
This may lead to stress and health problems for
the leader as well
3) Induces Fear and Anger: In this style, people
are generally criticised rather than being praised
which leads to an unhealthy environment of fear
and anger.
4.2.2.2. Participative Leadership Style
In this style of leadership, the authority rested with
leader is decentralised. Leader takes every decision
in coordination with the team members. This style of
leadership is people-oriented and direct supervision
of the staff is not required. This type of leadership
style Keeps the employees well informed about the
policies of the organisations and work is delegated to
achieve better results.
Instead of acting as a leader, he considers himself to
be a member of the group. Leader clarifies his
followers that praise or blame is merely part of the
group. Unlike autocratic leader, who uses his
authority to control others, participative leader
controls others through internal forces present within
the group.
The democratic leadership, another name for
participative leadership style results into various
positive outcomes in terms of productivity,
reliability, zeal, flexibility, individual development
and freedom of speech. However, the participative
leader conforms that he holds to take the decision if
the staff is unable to do so.
Advantages of Participative Leadership Style
‘Advantages of participative leadership style are as
follow:
1) Enhanced Acceptability of Leader: The leader
takes decisions with the consensus of the people
and hence, his decisions are widely accepted.
2) Efficient Utilisation of Team Members’
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“involving subordinates in the decision-making
and giving them opportunity to explore their
talent and knowledge,
3) Fosters Commitment among Team Members:
The loyalty of the members is enhanced as leader
involves all the members in different activities
which increase their morale. The leader patiently
waits for inputs from the group and then he takes
decision.
4) Iniproved Work Ethciency: In this type of
leadership style, the leader shows trust and faith
in employees. This increases and maintains the
level of cooperation, team spirit, motivation and
cohesiveness among the employees, which in
turn results in improved work efficiency in terms
of quantity as well as quality
Disadvantages of Participative Leadership Style
Disadvantages of participative leadership style are as
follows:
1) Leads to False Impression about the Leader:
Leader's attempt to involve the entire team in the
decision-making process can be seen as an
excuse for delaying or postponing the task. This
leads to formation of false impression about the
leader, as followers believe that leader is not able
to deal with problems on his own.
2) Excessive Time Consumption: This type of
leadership style is time-consuming, as it involves
the long process of consulting everybody in the
team, which leads to lengthening of the process,
As a result, the opportunity of taking quick
decision is lost.
3) Absence of Accountability: Due to lengthy
Procedure and involvement of entire team in the
decision-making, no one in the team considers the
leader responsible for the task. Due to distribution
Of the responsibilities, no single person is
considered to be accountable for completion of the
tasks and its consecutive outcome.
4) May Lead to Pseudo Participation: Many
times managers show that they are following
democratic leadership style just to influence their
followers. But the reality is exhibited soon when
the employees instantly observe that their ideas
were just taken but not implemented by the
leader. It means that leader is just following
autocratic leadership style masked by
participative leadership style,
4.2.2.3, Free Rein Leadership Style
Free rein or Jaissez faire leadership style refers to a
condition where leader does not lead but leaves the
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major decisions on the group itself. Such a leader jg
represented by the chairperson who is dependent on
his subordinates. All the goals’ are decided by the
group. The group members have to solve problems
and motivate themselves. Leader's job is to keep
‘contact with outsiders and give information to his
team.
It can be said that free rein leadership is the inverse
of autocratic leadership style. In this scenario, the
manager does not enjoy the power of control as he
shares the powers alongwith his work and
responsibilities. It is also called permissive style of
leadership as there is least interference by the leader
and group works and takes decisions on its own. This
type of leadership can produce wonderful results if
the subordinates are highly skilled and dedicated
employees. This style can be adopted successfully
only when the employees are capable and competent
enough to handle the situations and take corrective
and positive decisions in favour of the company.
Advantages of Free Rein Leadership Style
Advantages of free rein leadership style are as follows:
1) No Restriction of Order: When employees are
highly self-motivated, they tend to raise the level
of the organisation. Unnecessary rules and
regulation of the organisation may hamper this
self-motivation of the employees. This
unnecessary regulation is eradicated in the free
rein leadership which leads to overall growth of
the organisation,
2) Reduces Leader's. Workload: lll
responsibilities are duly divided and every
responsible subordinate is doing his job so the
workload of the leader is reduced, Thus, the
leader has ample time to look after essential
issues of the organisation,
3). Provides Motivation to Team: Entire system of
free rein leadership is based ‘on faith and trust.
Leader trusts the subordinates and gives them
complete responsibility, This motivates the
employees to do better and raise the performance
levels further.
Disadvantages of Free Rei
Disadvantages of free reis
follows:
1) Increases Burden on Employees: Employees
are burdened as the additional task and
responsibilities which should be carried-out bY
the leader, are bome by the employe?
Furthermore, there is sense of insecurity amons
the employees due to non-availability of th
leader for motivation and guidance,
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