It would lead to loss of control and insecurity about job performance. A feeling of competence and security is more important than challenge. Another way to look at security is in relation to job security. There are state employees who have held the same position for thirty years and maintained a high level of job performance. Knowing that they have a steady and consistent income is motivation enough.
Security can be a strong motivating factor.
That is certainly a true statement for many people. As an office manager, you have direct control over the wages that are paid. Besides determining the starting wage, an office manager probably determines the frequency of raises and whether they are based on longevity or productivity. One way to award raises is on annual anniversary dates. Another way is as an incentive for quality or quantity of work.