This thesis provides an in-depth examination of the concept of motivation and its importance for the successful and competitive performance of companies. It focuses on comparing classical and modern theories of employee motivation, exploring how motivation has evolved over time and how it influences changes in employees’ task performance in the workplace. A section of the thesis is devoted to contemporary approaches to workplace motivation, highlighting the role of management and the work environment in promoting effective employee motivation within organizations. The factors that drive individuals to engage in certain behaviors or discourage them from doing so are also discussed. This is followed by a chapter presenting a comparative analysis, in which the motivation theories are systematically compared based on specific criteria. The thesis concludes with an analysis of key findings and a reflective discussion on the topic.
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