A REVIEW OF MOTIVATION AS A MANAGEMENT TOOL FOR INCREASING THE PRODUCTIVITY OF EMPLOYEES

This  research  examines  “the  review  of motivation  as a  management tool  for increasing the productivity of employees, a case study of Emenite Limited, Emene, Enugu State. The researcher adopted descriptive survey design. The population of the study is 224 while the sample size is 144. The researcher used both primary and secondary sources of data.

 In view of this, four research questions were formulated to generate expected answers. Literal works were reviewed for proper understanding and guidance. Questionnaires, personal interview and observation  were used for collection of primary data. Secondary sources of data were collected from textbooks, periodicals, articles and journals. Tables and simple percentage were  used  for  data  presentation  and  analysis. 

Based  on  the  findings,  the researcher  found  out  that  salary  increase,  fringe  benefit,  regular  training, promotion and favourable working conditions are good motivational technique. The  management  of  Emenite  Limited  adopts  various  motivational  techniques including roofing and ceiling their staff houses at a cheaper rate. Finally the researcher proffered among others prompt payment of salary to their employee
that will improve motivation in the company.