Identify a variable 1a. Is compensation and salary still a key driver in employee motivation? 1b. How does compensation compare to other workplace dynamics that also impact employee motivation? that is within the organizations control to influence (i.e. salary, promotional opportunities, etc.) and a variable that is outside of their control to influence (i.e. state of the economy, etc.). 2b. Next, describe why human resource professionals should be mindful of these dynamics and if they can, to try and influence them towards a more engaged workforce