The effect of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation on employee Performance in small and medium enterprises
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2026-04-17
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Uganda Christian University
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This study examined the effect of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation on employee performance in SMEs in Kampala City. Using a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from employees and managers through questionnaires and interviews. The findings revealed that intrinsic motivation such as job satisfaction and personal growth and extrinsic motivation such as salary and rewards both positively influence employee performance. However, a combination of the two was found to produce the best results. The study concludes that effective motivation strategies are essential for improving employee performance and recommends that SME managers balance both intrinsic and extrinsic motivators.
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Undergraduate