Motivation: In narrative structure, a catalyst that starts the story's progression--a reason for the story to begin (usually a character's lack or desire).

 

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Motivation: In narrative structure, a catalyst that starts the story's progression--a reason for the story to begin (usually a character's lack or desire).

Motivation: In narrative structure, a catalyst that starts the story's progression--a reason for the story to begin (usually a character's lack or desire).

Johari Window: A leadership disclosure and feedback model which can be used in performance measurement and features the four quadrants (windows) of “knowing”. Quadrant I – represents the area of free activ . . . View Full Definition

Hygiene Theory: Studies conducted by Frederick Herzberg used to better understand employee attitudes and motivation and what factors cause job satisfaction and dissatisfaction. Also referred to as the Motiv . . . View Full Definition

Organizational Behavior Modification Theory: A motivational theory suggesting that an individual will behave in a manner that helps him or her avoid potential negative outcomes and achieve agreeable outcomes.

Character: Any representation of an individual being presented in a dramatic or narrative work through extended dramatic or verbal representation. The reader can interpret characters as endowed with mo . . . View Full Definition

The Other World: A motif in folklore and mythology in which an alternative world exists in conjunction with the physical world. This world is typically occupied by mysterious or unknowable beings that resemb . . . View Full Definition

Hamartia: A term from Greek tragedy that literally means 'missing the mark.' Originally applied to an archer who misses the target, a hamartia came to signify a tragic flaw, especially a misperception . . . View Full Definition

Extrinsic Motivator: Organizationally controlled incentives, such as pay, benefits, incentives, achievement awards, etc., used to reinforce motivation and increase performance.

Expectancy Theory: A motivational theory concluding that individuals feel a sense of pleasure and gratification when they have completed a challenging task and therefore are generally more motivated.