Explain the ERG Theory's Main Contribution to the Literature

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Essay

Explain the ERG theory's main contribution to the literature.ERG theory's main contribution to the literature is its relaxation of Maslow's assumptions.For example,ERG theory does not rank needs in any particular order,and explicitly recognizes that more than one need may operate at a given time.The theory also suggests that individuals who are frustrated in their attempts to satisfy one need may regress to another one.The implication of this theory is that we need to recognize the multiple needs that may be driving an individual at a given point to understand their behavior and to motivate them.Medium;Knowledge;Comprehension

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Definitions:

Skill Variety

The degree to which a job requires a range of different skills and talents to perform tasks effectively.

Job Characteristics Model

A theory that proposes that any job can be described in terms of five core job dimensions: skill variety, task identity, task significance, autonomy, and feedback, which impact three critical psychological states, leading to enhanced work outcomes.

Task Significance

The degree to which a job has a significant impact on the lives or work of other people either in the immediate organization or in the external environment.

Job Simplification

The process of breaking down jobs into their simplest components to increase productivity by reducing complexity or skill requirements.