Motivation is our main driver. We are all different, so we are all motivated and driven by different wishes and needs. Through the paper we will see some practical examples of applying some motivation theories in the work environment. The same theories of motivation, confirmed and not confirmed are also described in this paper, so certain theories such as hierarchy of needs theory, X and Y theory, two factor theory of motivation occupy their place in this paper. Contemporary theories that are being applied today are also described and they demonstrate the importance of a motivated worker. Workers' satisfaction was explored, also the notion of motivation in the Republic of Croatia as well as an example of benefits that the employer gives employees. Looking at the paper as a whole, one can understand the development of the understanding worker importance in organizations as well as the link between a satisfied worker - better performance.