The document discusses different theories of motivation. It first defines motivation and describes its characteristics. It then outlines two main types of motivation: intrinsic and extrinsic. The document summarizes two motivational theories: 1) Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory which proposes that human behavior is goal-directed and motivated by fulfilling different needs, from basic physiological needs to higher order needs. 2) Herzberg's motivation-hygiene theory which identifies two factors that affect employee behavior - hygiene factors related to job conditions and motivational factors related to job content that influence satisfaction. The theory suggests improving motivational factors like achievement and responsibility to increase satisfaction.