The job of a manager in the workplace is to get things done through employees. To do this the manager should be able to motivate employees. Motivation practice and theory are difficult subjects, touching on several disciplines. In spite of enormous research, basic as well as applied, the subject of motivation is not clearly understood and more often than not poorly practiced . To understand motivation one must understand human nature itself.
Human nature can be very simple, yet very complex too.
An understanding and appreciation of this is a prerequisite to effective employee motivation in the workplace and therefore effective management and leadership. Our articles on motivation theory and practice concentrate on various theories regarding human nature in general and motivation in particular. They will do what they want to do or otherwise motivated to do. Whether it is to excel on the workshop floor or in the 'ivory tower' they must be motivated or driven to it, either by themselves or through external stimulus. If no, they can be motivated, for motivation is a skill which can and must be learnt.