| Biological and Physiological | Can include things such as water, air conditioning, heat and so forth in the work environment |
| Safety | Can include the sense that one’s job is secure if she or he does a good job |
| Love and Belongingness | Can include feelings that one is a good fit in the organization and that the culture enables her or him to make friends. |
| Esteem | Can include the ideas of feeling empowered and valued for the contributions one makes to the organization |
| Self-Actualization | Can include realizing personal potential, self-fulfillment, seeking personal growth and peak experiences in the workplace |