Expectancy Theory

Three Components to Expectancy Theory

(expectancy): the perceived likelihood that a worker's efforts will result in a certain level of performance. (Instrumentality): the perception that performance will lead to certain outcomes, such as rewards. (Valence): the perceived attractiveness of particular outcomes.

Expectancy Theory Tree

Motivation -> Effort -> Performance -> Satisfaction

Expectancy Theory

Suggests that people are motivated by how much they want something and the likelihood they perceive of getting it. Expectancy theory is a more encompassing model of motivation than equity theory.

Performance to Outcome

•Locus of Control •Objective Situation •Feedback •Past experiences •Valence •E->P

Expectancy to Performance

•Self-Esteem •Self-Efficacy •Past experiences •Training •Objective Situation •Feedback