24/11/2021
MASLOW’S HIERARCHY
What is Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs ?
It is a theory in psychology, propounded by Abraham Maslow which states about five categories of human needs that could express behaviors of individuals. It is a theory of motivation used to study human behavior and their motivational behaviors. This hierarchical
model extends its helps in observation of human innate curiosities.
MASLOW’S HIERARCHICAL NEEDS INCLUDE :
➢ Self actualization
➢ Esteem needs
➢ Relational needs
➢ Shelter needs
➢ Physiological needs
These are the five levels of human needs which picture human desires.
This theory of needs suggests that people should attain satisfaction in lower level needs in order to attain higher level needs. It is really helpful and useful model of hierarchy in analyzing employee motivation. May help in building and maintaining high level of
motivation.