Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0
Author-Name: Vasko VASSILEV
Author-Name-First: Vasko
Author-Name-Last: VASSILEV
Author-Email: vvassilev@vtu.bg
Author-Workplace-Name: Transport University in Sofia-Todor Kableshkov
Author-Name: Nina GERGOVA
Author-Name-First: Nina
Author-Name-Last: GERGOVA
Author-Email: ninagergova@vtu.bg
Author-Workplace-Name: Transport University in Sofia-Todor Kableshkov
Author-Name: Emil VELINOV
Author-Name-First: Emil
Author-Name-Last: VELINOV
Author-Email: emil.velinov@savs.cz
Author-Workplace-Name: Department of Marketing and Management Skoda Auto University, RISEBA University of Applied Sciences
Title: Exploring the Relationship Between Performance Management and Employee Motivation: Case Study of Serbian Railways
Abstract: Purpose – It aims to emphasize the importance of effective performance management practices in today's competitive business landscape, highlighting how they contribute to organizational success through enhanced employee motivation, engagement, and productivity. Aims(s) –The aim of this paper is to investigate various aspects of performance management, focusing on goal setting, feedback mechanisms, performance appraisals, recognition, and coaching. By examining the relationship between performance management and employee motivation, the paper aims to provide insights for organizations to design strategies that foster a motivated workforce and drive performance. Design/methodology/approach – it examines real-world examples and best practices to illustrate how organizations can implement these strategies to enhance employee motivation and ultimately achieve organizational success. Findings – The findings underscore the significance of goal setting within performance management, highlighting that specific and challenging goals increase employee motivation and performance levels. Moreover, performance management systems that emphasize goal alignment and regular feedback are found to further enhance motivation. Limitations of the study – Despite the comprehensive review of literature and empirical evidence, this paper acknowledges several limitations. Firstly, the findings are primarily based on existing research and may not encompass all possible perspectives or developments in the field of performance management and employee motivation. Originality/value – This paper contributes to the existing body of knowledge by synthesizing various theories and empirical evidence on performance management and employee motivation. It provides a comprehensive overview of key components of effective performance management practices and their impact on employee motivation and organizational success.
Classification-JEL: O15
Keywords: performance management, motivation, employees, case study, railways
Journal: Journal of Human Resource Management
Pages: 164-173
Volume: 27
Issue: 1
Year: 2024
File-URL: https://www.jhrm.eu/164-exploring-the-relationship-between-performance-management-and-em-ployee-motivation-case-study-of-serbian-railways/
File-Format: Application/pdf
Handle: RePEc:cub:journl:v:27:y:2024:i:1:p:164-173