PROFESSIONAL POSITION AND WORK MOTIVATION: EVIDENCE FROM A GENERATIONAL STUDY

Abstract

Work motivation remains one of the key determinants of employee engagement, organizational effectiveness and long-term development of contemporary organizations. In recent years, increasing attention has been devoted to the role of generational diversity in the workplace, as organizations increasingly consist of employees representing several generations with different professional expectations and attitudes toward work. However, generational affiliation may not be the only or even the most decisive factor shaping motivation. Organizational position, level of responsibility and decision-making autonomy may also significantly influence employees’ motivation and perception of work.