HOW THE HIERARCHICAL ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE IMPACTS ON EMPLOYEES’ MOTIVATION

Abstract

This independent study aims to explore how Thai employees perceive the hierarchical structure in organizations and its impact on their motivation. To achieve this objective, a qualitative research approach was used. In-depth interviews were conducted with 10 Thai employees from different industries and hierarchical levels. The data analysis was applied to interpret the collected data in order to understand insight information. The findings illustrate how Thai employees perceive the hierarchical organization structure of their work environment. They perceive this structure as a neutral perception. However, the study found that the hierarchical structure can impact employees' motivation in both positive and negative ways. The study highlights the impact of the relationship between hierarchical organization structure and employee motivation. The findings provide insights for organizations in Thailand to improve how the organizations can address the challenges that arise from it.