Managerial motivational practices and motivational differences between blue- and white-collar employees: application of maslows theory

Abstract

This study aims at investigating the motivational practices of management and the differences of motivational factors, based on the applicability of Maslows theory, between blue- and white- collar employees. Empirical data was collected through semi-structured interviews held in Lebanon. The various motivational factors of blue- and white-collar employees were explored. The interpretation of the findings manifests compliance and inconsistency with the theory. Moreover, the originality of the study stems from the application of Maslows theory on the investigation of potential differences in motivational factors regarding the job status.