What is employee motivation?
Employee motivation is a staff member's enthusiasm and eagerness to contribute quality work to their company. Genuine employee motivation involves a balance of extrinsic and intrinsic motivation. Extrinsic motivation includes external rewards, such as a bonus, positive feedback, or a promotion. Intrinsic motivation refers to the employee's inherent desire to succeed or grow, regardless of external factors. A combination of extrinsic and intrinsic motivation can fuel consistent, high-quality work. Why should HR care about employee motivation? Employee motivation is a prerequisite for employee engagement, retention, productivity, and high-performance. Moreover, a…