MOTIVATION FACTORS AFFECTING EMPLOYEES JOB PERFORMANCE IN SELECTED AGRICULTURAL OIL PALM INDUSTRIES IN EDO STATE, NIGERIA

Motivation is the combination of a person's desire and energy directed at achieving a goal. It is the cause of action. Motivation can be intrinsic, such as satisfaction and feelings of achievement; or extrinsic, such as rewards, punishment, and goal obtainment. The study assessed the motivating...

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Published inGlobal journal of agricultural sciences Vol. 10; no. 2; p. 111
Main Authors Adeogun, S O, Fapojuwo, O E, Ajayi, M T
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Calabar Global Journal Series 01.07.2011
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Summary:Motivation is the combination of a person's desire and energy directed at achieving a goal. It is the cause of action. Motivation can be intrinsic, such as satisfaction and feelings of achievement; or extrinsic, such as rewards, punishment, and goal obtainment. The study assessed the motivating factors affecting the job performance of two oil palm companies' employees, in Edo State, Nigeria. The specific objectives of this study were to; ascertain the socio-economic characteristics of employees, the challenges faced by both employees and management of selected companies; and determine motivating factors affecting employees' job performance in selected oil palm companies in Edo state. The findings of the study revealed that majority of Presco employees were males compared to 27% of Okomu. The study suggested that employers should compensate hard work and provide avenue for job security. In addition, management should create a certain level of informal relationship that would enable them share a cordial relationship with their employees.
ISSN:1596-2903