Why People Work and Benefits of a Well-Motivated Workforce
Why People Work
People work for many reasons, but the main one is to earn money so they can buy food, shelter, and other basic needs.
Other reasons include:
Voluntary work – done without pay.
Personal satisfaction – enjoying the job.
Status and respect – gaining recognition.
Security – having a stable income.
Social needs – meeting people and building relationships.
Promotion opportunities – chances to grow in a career.
Businesses study these reasons to keep workers motivated and improve performance.
Benefits of a Well-Motivated Workforce
A motivated workforce usually produces more and works better. This leads to many advantages for a business:
High productivity Workers produce more, helping reduce costs and increase profit.
Willingness to accept change Motivated workers adapt faster to new methods or technologies.
Better communication Workers share ideas and feedback that can improve quality.
Low labor turnover Workers stay longer, so the business spends less on recruiting and training new staff.
Low absenteeism Fewer people stay home unnecessarily, reducing disruptions in work.
Low strike action Workers are less likely to protest, keeping customer relations good.