McGregor's Theory X andY Theory X-employees dislike, are lazy, dislike responsibility, and must be coerced to perform Theory Y-employees like work, are creative, seek responsibility, and can exercise self-direction Dr. Jerry L. huxellDr. Jerry L. Huxell McGregor’s Theory X and Y • Theory X – employees dislike, are lazy, dislike responsibility, and must be coerced to perform • Theory Y – employees like work, are creative, seek responsibility, and can exercise self-direction