theory y assumptions
. Most people do not inherently dislike work; the physical effort and the mental
effort involved are as natural as play or rest.
. People will exercise self-direction and self-control to reach goals to which
they are committed; external control and the threat of punishment are not
the only means for ensuring effort toward goals.
. Commitment to goals is a function of the rewards available, particularly rewards
that satisfy esteem and self-actualization needs.