Question

Anaira, who is the departmental head of her organisation, decides to improve the performance of her department. She decides to give some financial and non-financial incentives to his subordinates. She knows these incentives will satisfy their needs. Therefore, they will be stimulated to take actions from their side.

Which of the following is not a characteristic of the element of staffing discussed in the previous question?

[1 mark]

• A. It can be either positive or negative.
• B. It is a continuous process.
• C. It is a complex process.
• D. It is simple to execute and analyse.

Answer 1

The correct option is D It is simple to execute and analyse.

Characteristics of staff motivation:
Motivation is an internal feeling. It can be either positive or negative.
Motivation is a psychological concept.
Motivation is total, not piecemeal.
Motivation is a continuous process.
Motivation produces goal directed behaviour.
Motivation may be financial or non-financial.
Motivation is a complex process.