There are lots of methods to instill motivation in people at different levels in an organization. To implement the methods, one has to consider different factors before continuing motivation plans in the workplace, you have step back take a look at each persons job function and the different things that would give them strength.

One of the most important factors in motivating people in the workplace is goal setting. The ability of both the organizations and the employees to identify and understand the objectives are very important. If both parties understand and see the objective clearly, then they will both be working together in the right direction to achieve the desired results. Performance, rewards and achievements are based on the objectives. It can be either quantitative objectives or qualitative objectives.

Recognition is another factor in the process that can maintain motivation in the workplace. It is the ability of both the organization and the employees to identify the skills and qualifications required to achieve the objectives. Identifying the right mix and combination of people and team will give cohesiveness in the work to be done. After which, it will be up to the organization to identify those employees who are performing superbly and give them their due recognition, this will motivate them to continue and motivate the other employees to strive to be in that spotlight.

Sustaining and maintaining job interest among employees is very important. People tend to not perform consistently over a period of time. From time to time the organization should monitor the levels of achievement each employee has achieved. Adjustments are necessary to maintain the interest of the employees. Realignment must be done in order to avoid under performance. Doing the same thing over and over will eventually become monotonous and the employees will simply lose interest, try to mix things up every once in a while and provide the employees with diversity.

Reminding employees of their share of responsibilities is also a must in achieving motivation in the workplace. They must be informed of the importance of their job not only for themselves but for the whole company as well. It is important to remind them that everyone contributes to the company and all roles are essential. Employees feel important if they are informed of their contributions thus, they are motivated to work.

There should be some form of rewards program, which gives the employees something else to work towards other than their regular salary. Communication is also a necessary factor in motivating employees. The employees should feel comfortable enough to discuss any issues that they have with management and the organization elders should always relay company information that could affect the employees. A comfortable and relaxed working environment will be developed through the trust gained from effective communication.