The relationship employees have with their supervisors, recognition of accomplishments, development and career opportunities, and teamwork are a few examples of nonmonetary rewards. Nonmonetary rewards also include nontraditional work-life balance benefits such as telecommuting, on-site childcare, and flex time. The motivational theories discussed in Chapter 2, “Core Knowledge Requirements for HR Professionals,” help explain how these nonmonetary rewards can be used effectively in organizations. Theories such as Maslow’s hierarchy of needs and McClelland’s acquired needs theory help clarify how an individual’s drive to achieve nonmonetary rewards such as belonging, esteem, and self-actualization can be impacted with these reward systems.