hertzberg

Example:According to Herzberg's theory, improving hygiene factors such as salary and working conditions can eliminate dissatisfaction, while adding motivational factors like recognition and achievement can significantly enhance job satisfaction.

Definition:This term refers to Herzberg's theory that certain factors in the work environment (hygiene factors) can lead to satisfactory performance and the lack of these factors can lead to dissatisfaction, but neither can motivate an employee to excel. However, there are other motivating factors (motivator factors) that can lead to higher levels of employee motivation and satisfaction.