Workplace Motivation and Mental Development
Year: 2005
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: The article presents the findings of an empirical study that identified self-reported motivational priorities among foodservice workers and management students over a period of five years. The authors present evidence that motivational priorities differ between younger and more mature individuals. Theoretical constructs from the disciplines of organizational behavior (OB), psychology, and neuroscience are presented to describe the foundation of the study. Additional theories in the areas of emotional labor and human development provided further support for the hypothesis of the study. The hypothesis of the study was that differences exist in perceived motivation needs between younger and older workers. The authors conclude with suggestions for practicing foodservice managers based on the findings of the study along with suggestions for further research.
Authors: Dana V. Tesone, Peter Ricci, Denver Severt
Institution: University of Central Florida
Language: English
Subfield: Applied Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W2940879986