MOTIVATIONAL FACTORS OF EMPLOYEES IN LATVIAN LABOR MARKET
MOTIVATIONAL FACTORS OF EMPLOYEES IN LATVIAN LABOR MARKET

Summary/Abstract: Achieving the goals of the organization requires internally motivated employees that are in line with the values and specifics of the organization and that act in its interest. Successful organization management is based on professional and motivated employees who are actively involved in achieving an organization’s goals.Types of employee motivation systems vary between different countries, taking into account the inhabitants culture and habits. Also, it varies between companies, taking into account the company's financial situation, values, employee specialization, and educational level. Motivation measures are also implemented on an individual basis, based on the values and needs of the specific employee. The aim of the article is to find out employee's motivational factors and the importance of salary in the Latvian labor market. Research results are based on quantitative and qualitative methods, in order to compare the results with the motivation theories of Alexander Maslow, John Stacey Adam, Nadler and Louler, David Mcclelland and John Atkinson. Also, to explore the types of motivational factors and the connection between theories and research results.

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