Does money motivate employees? Why or why not?

Answer the following questions from chapter 11 reading. Instructions to get to Reading will be provided. (3-4 sentences per question)

1. Does money motivate employees? Why or why not? 2. Why should compensation systems be equitable? How can an organization design an equitable compensation system?

3. Compare and contrast the four job evaluation methods. Give an example of an organization in which each of the four methods might provide an optimal strategic fit. 4. Discuss the pros and cons of employee pay being fixed versus variable and dependent on performance. How might such decisions impact recruiting, motivation, and retention? 5. Analyze your current job responsibilities. Determine whether the method by which you are compensated is appropriate. 6. Is performance-based pay effective? Why or why not? How can performance-based pay systems be better designed to ensure optimal results?