Describe the process theories of motivation.

Process theories of motivation focus on understanding how individuals are motivated rather than what specifically motivates them. These theories emphasize the cognitive processes involved in decision-making regarding goal-directed behavior within an industrial or organizational context. The key process theories of motivation include Expectancy Theory, Equity Theory, Goal-Setting Theory, and Reinforcement Theory.

Expectancy Theory (Vroom, 1964)
Expectancy Theory suggests that individuals are motivated based on their expectations about the outcomes of their actions. It operates on three primary components:

1. Expectancy (E → P): The belief that increased effort will lead to better performance. Employees must believe that their effort will result in the required performance level.
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