According to need theory, a manager first must ________ in order to determine what will motivate an employee the most.
A) determine the needs an employee is trying to satisfy on the job
B) determine appropriate rewards for performance
C) identify the employee's personality characteristics
D) specify nonperformance penalties

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According to need theory, a manager must determine the needs that an employee is trying to satisfy on the job in order to determine what will motivate them the most. This includes needs for achievement, affiliation, and power. Once the needs are identified, appropriate rewards can be determined to meet those needs and motivate the employee. Identifying the employee's personality characteristics and specifying nonperformance penalties may not necessarily relate to the motivation of the employee.

According to Need Theory, a Manager First Must ________ in Order