- List the levels of need in Maslow’s hierarchy
- Explain how Maslow’s hierarchy relates to worker motivation
- Understand how Herzberg differentiates between intrinsic and extrinsic motivators
- Understand how employees can be motivated by using McClelland’s acquired needs theory
Return or Resign
This video examines how employers are reversing remote work policies despite employee preferences. You’ll see this video case study again later in the module.
You can view the transcript for “Why Corporate America Is Abandoning Remote Work” here (opens in new window).
Using Maslow’s hierarchy, analyze which levels of needs might be met by remote work versus in-office work environments. Why might different employees prioritize different needs?
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First Level – Physiological needs: Basic survival needs like food, water, air, and sleep.
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Second Level – Safety needs: Protection, security, and stability in daily life.
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Third Level – Social needs: Love, belonging, and relationships with others.
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Fourth Level – Esteem needs: Respect, recognition, and feeling accomplished.
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Fifth Level – Self-actualization needs: Achieving personal potential and self-fulfillment.