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ABSTRACT
The hotel industry is a significant part of the tourism industry worldwide and its employees play a key role in delivering the service to
customers. The motivation of employees, whether professional, skilled or unskilled, is a major issue in all service organizations. For
the hotel industry, employee motivation is a major issue. It is a challenge for the hotel industry to motivate employees, to stay on the
job, and to offer the efficient, good service which customers expect. The purpose of this study was to assess the role of money as a
motivational factor for hotel employees.
The purpose of this research paper is to know the motivational techniques used by Hotel “The Suryaa”, New Delhi. In our paper we
focus on how management in this industry, motivate their employees to achieve the desired performance through motivating its people.
Initially we tell about “The Suryaa” Hotel, and then it will be followed by the research methodology used in this research. We used the
interview method for this research. Then gathered data from the interview will be analyzed and a conclusion will be made on behalf of
it.
In summary, ERG theory argues, like Maslow, that efforts when they face challenges.
satisfied lower- order needs lead to the desire to satisfy
higher-order needs; but multiple needs can be operating
as motivators at the same time, and frustration in 7. MOTIVATION TECHNIQUES USED IN
attempting to satisfy a higher- level need can result in HOTEL INDUSTRY
regression to a lower- level need. As per a note on an internet website, there’s no secret
formula, no set calculation, no work sheet to fill out. In
Theory of “X” and Theory of “Y” : Douglas McGregor fact, motivation can be as individual as the employees
observed two diametrically opposing viewpoints of who work for you. One employee may be motivated only
managers about their employees, one is negative called by money; another may appreciate personal recognition
“Theory of X” and one is positive called “Theory of Y” for a job well done. There are many motivational factors
that can be used to encourage employees to work:
a) Theory of X: Following are the assumptions of
managers who believe in the “Theory of X” in regard to Wages and Salaries
their employees.
Employees dislike work; if possible avoid the same Bohlander, Snell, and Sherman (2001)in his extensive
Employees must be coerced, controlled or threatened review of the literature indicates that important work-
related variables leading to job satisfaction include
to do the work
challenging work, interesting job assignments, equitable
Employees avoid responsibilities and seek formal
rewards, competent supervision, and rewarding careers. It
direction
is doubtful, however, whether many employees would
Most employees consider security of job, most continue working were it not for the money they earn.
important of all other factors in the job and have very Employees desire compensation systems that they
little ambition perceive as being fair and commensurate with their skills
and expectations. Pay, therefore, is a major consideration
b) Theory of Y: Following are the assumptions of
managers who believe in the “Theory of Y” in regard to in human resource management because it provides
employees with a tangible reward for their services.
their employees.
Employees love work as play or rest Stone (1982) indicated that people are motivated by
Employees are self-directed and self-controlled and money for many different reasons. The need to provide
committed to the organizational objectives the basic necessities of life motivates most people. Some
Employees accept and seek responsibilities people think of money as instrumental to satisfying
Innovative spirit is not confined to managers alone, noneconomic needs such as power, status and affiliations
some employees also possess it. with desired groups. Money is often viewed as a symbol
of personal success and achievement.
Theory of X assumes Maslow’s lower level needs
dominate in employees. Whereas Theory of Y, assumes Many factors affect how wages and salaries are set. The
Maslow’s higher level needs dominate in employees. factors depend on area of living, the labor market,
minimum wages and other governmental regulations, the
Goal Setting Theory : Edwin Locke proposed that cost of living, the ability of the employer to pay, the
setting specific goals will improve motivation. Salient worth of the job and the presence of a collective
features of this theory are the following: bargaining agreement. Pay rates can be adjusted to help
Specific goal fixes the needs of resources and efforts employees cope with their living situations (Drummond,
It increases performance 1990).
Difficult goals result higher performance than easy
job Advancement Opportunities
Better feedback of results leads to better to better
performance than lack of feedback. Depending upon the size and scope of an operation,
Participation of employees in goal has mixed result advancement opportunities may play a significant role in
Participation of setting goal, however, increases the motivation of employees. There are several things you
acceptance of goal and involvements. might be able to do to utilize such opportunities to your
Goal setting theory has identified two factors which advantage.
influences the performance. These are given below;
By promoting from within, employees of your
o Goal commitment
organization know that you are willing to provide them
o Self efficiency
with chances to succeed and better themselves as well as
Goal Commitment : Goal setting theory that loyalty from them breeds loyalty from you, and vice
presupposes that the individual is committed to the versa. It is important that when you promote from within,
goal. This commitment depends on the following: however, that applicants are fully aware of the standards
o Goals are made public to be met, and that they are given a fair opportunity for
o Individual has an internal locus of control the role. Playing favorites with employees can be a good
o Goals are self-set way to destroy motivation to succeed in the workplace.
Self –Efficiency : Self Efficiency is the belief or
self-confidence, that he/she is capable of performing And finally, when it comes to advancement opportunities,
task. Persons with high self-efficiency put up extra- it is important to follow through.
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several ways such as verbal, nonverbal, upward, and If it’s not good enough for managers, it should be
downward. Lack of good communication causes low consider not good enough for line employees.
productivity, poor service, and increased costs
(Drummond, 1990). Therefore, Cheng (1995) noted that a good working
environment means employees want the same conditions
The success of managers is determined by the jobs their in their work lives as management. They need challenge,
employees do. Since motivated employees are more support from superiors, a quality workplace, friendly co-
productive, managers must have a clear interest in workers and respect. To have a good working
knowing what motivates their staff. Communication is environment, managers have to trust them and value
one of many factors to motivate employees into a them. When they fail, they must know that the manager
cohesive working module which results in objectives will have a defined process to help them get back on
being achieved (Morgan, 1990). track. Finally, managers need to listen to them and accept
their workplace ideas.
Types of Communication
appraisal system is a performance review that applies usually the main obstacle that affects their
to most employees. Both the employee and his motivation, The Suryaa Hotel can provide
manager have to prepare for it before doing it. consultancy services, where employees can talk
There are awards such as the employee of the about their personal problems with a psychologist.
month, or manager of the year. This raises the
individual’s self-esteem, prestige and respect from
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10.RECOMMENDATIONS
After critically analyzing the management style in Suryaa
Hotel, the group was able to identify the strengths and the
weaknesses. Thus, we would like to recommend the
following:
Repeat business is critical for hotels, because repeat
customers require no marketing costs — they come
back based on their prior experience. HR of Suryaa
Hotel can motivate their staff to provide consistently
high levels of performance, especially during
conferences and conventions, by paying a bonus tied
to the hotel’s bookings. The more rooms that is
booked each week, the higher the bonus for hotel
staff.
They could provide employees that have worked for
them for over 5 years with a pension scheme. Thus,
this would increase their performance level in the
long-run.
Hotel can use its’ empty rooms to reward staff
members for excellent performance, yearly
employment anniversaries or a birthday perk. Hotel
will only have cleaning costs associated with this
reward, but if you give these room bonuses using
unsold inventory, you won’t lose revenue.
Hotel management should create an environment
where staff members of different departments can
interact to know each other to develop a sense of
team. Management can also ask staff for feedback,
which makes them feel that you value them and
creates more loyalty.
In addition, as the employee’s personal lives are