THEORIES OF JOB-SATISFACTION: GLOBAL APPLICATIONS & LIMITATIONS

Abstract

Multiplicity of theories for motivation and job satisfaction is constantly perplexes the students and managers. Since theories are neither right nor wrong therefore logically every theory has been an application in a compatible situation. For example, ‘content theories’ help explaining the attitudes of physical workers, while ‘Process theories’ better elaborate the behavior of knowledge workers. Furthermore, there are grey areas where mix of both models should be used. This paper is an effort to so classify and link the theories that the relative position and role of every single theory is identified to help managers in bringing some order in the application of theories.