HERZBERG’S THEORY
HERZBERG’S THEORY:-
Frederick Herzberg developed a
two-factor theory that distinguishes dissatisfiers (factors that cause
dissatisfaction) from satisfiers (factors that cause satisfaction). The absence
of dissatisfiers is not enough to motivate a purchase; satisfiers must be
present. For example, a computer that does not come with a warranty would be a
dissatisfier. Yet the presence of a product warranty would not act as a
satisfier or motivator of a purchase, because it is not a source of intrinsic
satisfaction. Ease of use would be a satisfier. Herzberg’s theory has two
implications. First, sellers should do their best to avoid dissatisfiers (for
example, a poor training manual or a poor service policy). Although these
things will not sell a product, they might easily unsell it. Second, the seller
should identify the major satisfiers or motivators of purchase in the market
and then supply them.
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