Elton Mayo's Motivational Theory: The Hawthorne Effect and the Three C's

The video explores Elton Mayo's motivational theory, emphasizing human and social dimensions in worker motivation, contrasting it with Taylor's financial-focused approach. It discusses the Hawthorne studies, which revealed that productivity isn't solely improved by financial incentives but also by consistent work environments, cohesion, and communication. The theory's application in businesses like Google is highlighted, along with its limitations, such as varying employee preferences and potential communication issues.

How does Mayo's theory address the financial incentives in the workplace?

In what ways did Mayo's study at the Western Electric Company influence his theory?

What role does communication play in Mayo's motivational theory?

What limitations might businesses face when implementing Mayo's theory?