According to Hertzberg, eliminating poor hygiene factors will reduce job dissatisfaction, while increasing motivator factors will increase job satisfaction.

Hygiene Factors

Elements of the work environment that do not increase job satisfaction but can lead to dissatisfaction if missing, such as salary, company policies, and working conditions.

Job Dissatisfaction

A negative emotional state resulting from an individual’s perception of their job as unsatisfactory or not meeting expectations.

Motivator Factors

Aspects of a job that can lead to employee satisfaction, such as recognition, achievement, and personal growth, according to Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory.