Julius said to his employee, "Jack, I don't know what else I can do for you. You have a job, a paycheck, competitive benefits, a suitable office space, and reasonable people with whom to work." Jack replied, "I'm sorry, Julius, but those things don't motivate me." According to Herzberg's two-factor theory, what is Jack looking for?

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According to Herzberg's two-factor theory, Jack is likely looking for job factors that will lead to intrinsic motivation, such as opportunities for personal growth and recognition. The factors that Julius listed, such as a job and a paycheck, are considered hygiene factors that are necessary to prevent dissatisfaction but do not necessarily lead to motivation.

Julius Said to His Employee, "Jack, I Don't Know What