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Motivation as a tool of management and leadership
**Motivation and leadership** (2.2.1) opens **Topic 2.2**. Use the **case firm's problems** (turnover, strikes, poor quality) as evidence that motivation matters — then recommend **theories (2.2.3)** and **methods (2.2.4)**.
Need to know
What you need to know
- Motivation is a deliberate tool used by management and leadership to achieve strategic objectives.
- Management often uses extrinsic motivators and control systems to ensure task completion.
- Leadership focuses on intrinsic motivation, vision, and employee commitment.
- The application of motivational strategies directly impacts employee behaviour and performance.
Explanation
Motivation as a tool of management and leadership
- Motivation is a deliberate tool used by management and leadership to achieve strategic objectives.
- Management often uses extrinsic motivators and control systems to ensure task completion.
- Leadership focuses on intrinsic motivation, vision, and employee commitment.
- The application of motivational strategies directly impacts employee behaviour and performance.