There are 3 categories of people and characteristics. First are the Gamblers, who choose big risks because outcome is beyond their control. Achievement motivated people are the backbone of the organizations, but they don't make great managers because they often lack people skills and patience. They prefer leisure to work. Because of this, managers have to energize staff, tasks need to be specific, awards don't encourage them, and this causes more checks and sometimes punishments.
Most people prefer to be directed, tend to avoid responsibility, and have little ambition.
Take more time to explain. Comprehend the needs of individuals. Engage in joint problem solving and interpersonal exchange with each member of staff. McGregor's ideas were much informed by Maslow's need satisfaction model of motivation. However, Theory Y was much more practical in today's world even though it requires trust building, consistency, and faith.