There are many theories about motivation. Different scholars have tried to find out why some people want to work and some do not, why some people are better than others and what motivates them to achieve results. There is one but a very simple recipe on how to motivate people. The motive depends on the individual, the situation or the people with whom we are working. Motivation theories can only be used as a tool. But commanders need to know when and how to use the right tool (theory).Motivation is a very specific topic and not very elaborate among us. Therefore, we took the courage to choose this subject as a course. In order to make the work as rich as possible we have used different literature."To win competitive advantage and survive in the global economy, managers must motivate their employees. Motivation is a complex psychological process in which demands and desires create driving forces that aim at achieving goals.