Workplace Motivation

Workplace Motivation

Introduction

Motivation is the key to continuous success of an individual as well as the organization . It creates an inner urge within the individual and the group to perform a given job with excellence . The influence of workplace motivation for inculcating productivity , meeting quality , and achieving a successful economic growth has been recognized by small , medium as well as Fortune 500 companies . Disney has been famous for its innovative motivational strategies , which bring about the best performance from its indispensable workforce , and consequently , an increase in sales turnover of

the Disney group . According to a report by Nelson in Quality Digest Magazine , Disney has more than 180 recognition programs that aim at creating motivation amongst its employees . Some of the motivational strategies adopted by Disney include incentive programs , performance appraisals , benefits , employee empowerment special events , skills enhancement programs , etc . In this , three main motivational strategies of Disney group are highlighted , namely incentive programs , performance appraisals , and selection and training

Discussion

Based on the rankings of the largest American companies in 2007 , CNN had reported that Disney group , which had revenue of more than 34 billion , was ranked at number 64 among the Fortune 500 companies . No conglomerate can succeed so much unless it lays emphasis on keeping the employees motivated in a competitive business environment . Disney 's three main motivational strategies are described in the following discussion Incentive Programs : Johannes (2005 ) reported that Disney has realized the importance of keeping the employees happy and motivated...