An investigation of the expectancy theory elements for motivating employees

• Main Authors: Wong, Kuan Yew, Memary, Reza
• Format: Book Section
• Published: Elsevier 2009
• Subjects: TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
• Online Access: http://eprints.utm.my/id/eprint/12987/; http://dx.doi.org/.1109/IACSIT-SC.2009.45
• Institution: Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Since 1960s researchers have shown great interest in motivation. The research focus has been placed on the motivation process of employees in addition to the rewards which individuals find motivating. Through the interview method and a literature review this paper uncovers the key sources of motivat...