Objectives . Explain the signicance of motivation in inuencing organizational behaviour. . Employ needs and process theories to stimulate employee performance. Background Motivational theories seek to explain how employers can garner the most productivity from their workforce. Businesses will try to assess their corporate cultures, and attempt to develop strategies for motivation that will be meaningful. The strategies used may vary from extrinsic (nancial, compensation, etc.) to intrinsic (promotion of feelings of selfworth, etc.). As a member of the workforce, it is important for you to understand what motivates you. Instructions Please read the chapters in the textbook that pertain to values, attitudes, and diversity and motivation in the workplace. Think about your own value system and how you would characterize your own motivation. Then: 1. Conduct some research on theories of motivation and how employers try to motivate their workforce. 2. Write a research paper in which you answer the following: - What is employee motivation? - Which theories of motivation do you think best explain your own motivation? - What is the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation? - What is the connection between your value system and motivation? - Would you compromise your value system to reach a professional goal? - What measures do you feel your current or past employer(s) used to motivate their employees? Were they effective? Guidelines . Your paper should be a maximum of 4 pages doublespaced, 12 point font (not including cover page and references). For papers longer than 5 pages, the additional pages will not be considered in grading. Your paper should have a welldefined introduction, body and conclusion. Though a research paper, you are encouraged to include some personal or rst person accounts in this exercise. Your paper must follow APA style format. Your paper must include a minimum of 4 external academic resources. The textbook is not an external source. Be sure to address each of the above questions