Question

Joe has a keen interest in his present job, but he does not get along with his boss, Martin. Martin never appreciates Joe's achievements and gives him unreasonable targets to meet. This has made Joe unhappy with his job. According to Herzberg's theory, which of the following is a reason for Joe's job dissatisfaction?

Answer 1

hygiene factors

Step-by-step explanation:

Herzberg's two factor theory divides how a company and its employees interact. He divided the employee-employer relationship in two factors:

1. the motivators: factors that motivate employees to perform better and work harder.
2. hygiene factors: factors that demotivate employees and if they didn't exist, the employees would actually work harder and be more motivated.

Herzberg believed in a democratic approach to management and that improving the job context would empower employees to start making their own decisions and perform better.