EFFECT OF MOTIVATION ON EMPLOYEES PERFORMANCE IN TARABA STATE POLYTECHNIC, SUNTAI.
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Keywords:
Motivation, Employee Performance, Promotion, Work Environment, Organisational Productivity Abstract
This study examined the effect of Motivation on Employee Performance in Taraba State Polytechnic, Suntai. Specifically, the study investigated how promotion and the work environment effect employee performance. A descriptive survey research design was adopted, with a sample size of 265 staff selected through stratified random sampling. Data were collected using structured
questionnaires and analysed using descriptive such as mean, standard deviations and multiple regression. The findings revealed that lack of timely and transparent promotion significantly demotivated employees and contributed to reduced job commitment and productivity. Furthermore, the physical and psychological conditions of the work environment, including inadequate lighting, poor ventilation, lack of ergonomic furniture, and minimal employee involvement in decision-making, negatively impacted staff morale and performance. The study concluded that employee motivation is a key determinant of performance, and both tangible incentives such as promotions and intangible factors like a conducive work environment must be addressed to improve institutional productivity. The study recommended that the Polytechnic management implement a transparent, performance-based promotion system and create a healthy and motivating work environment through better infrastructure and inclusive policies. These measures are crucial for enhancing employee satisfaction, efficiency, and long-term organisational success.
