Non-financial Methods of Motivation Flashcards

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Give one non-financial method of motivating employees.

Any one of: praise; award schemes; a good working environment.

What is an award scheme as a method of motivation?

Recognising good work with a prize or title, e.g. employee of the month, certificates or badges.

How does praise motivate employees?

It shows that their effort has been noticed and valued, which makes them feel good about their work; public praise also shows others what the business expects.

Give one advantage to a business of non-financial methods of motivation.

They can cost little or nothing, e.g. praise, so they motivate staff without adding much to costs.

What does a good working environment include?

Both a safe, comfortable physical workplace and a positive atmosphere, where employees are treated with respect, trusted and get on well with colleagues.