The study of human behavior is a fascinating field with a wide range of topics. Several theories have been proposed in order to understand and explain how human motivation is controlled by its external environment. One of these classical theories was proposed by the social psychologist Douglas McGregor in 1960 in his book, “ The Human Side of Enterprise.” In his book Douglas examined theories on behavior of individuals at work and formulated two management models which he called Theory X and Theory Y. Each model identifies two distinct types of human beings; Theory X identifies the negative while Theory Y the positive. The current U.S. workforce is one of the most diverse in the world. Diverse cultures, beliefs and generations working together for a common goal. By identifying age groups that were born under certain social and world environments we are able to link McGregor’s theories towards the groups dominant motivational and work values.
Assumptions in Theories X and Y
The two fundamental approaches to managing people proposed by McGregor were Theory X and Y. Theory X assumes that the average human being has an inherent dislike for work and will avoid having to do it if possible. Due
mid-1980s Mid-30s-45 Wants success and achievement, ambitious,
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