However, if the tasks required a higher degree of participation, a note with a personalized message was more effective in completing the task. Garner's experiments can be directly linked to Maslow's theory of needs. Maslow's theory states that “motivation is the function of five basic needs”. The needs are physiological, security, love, esteem and self-realization. This means that when a person is motivated to do something it is because he has satisfied a previous need and is now trying to satisfy another through the course of actions he takes. With Maslow's theory the need for esteem and social acceptance is linked to what Garner did in his experiments with sticky notes. In Maslow's theory it is stated that esteem needs in the workplace can be satisfied through the responsibility of important work. Also in Maslow's theory it is stated that social needs in the workplace can be satisfied with the help of friendly colleagues. Thus leaving room for the sticky note. The sticky note is a small, bright, colorful piece of paper with a personalized note that gives the recipient instructions on how to complete the task and at the same time implants a small, colorful reminder in the subconscious that makes the person remember the task later increasing the probability of its completion. This gives the person a direct connection to their work and colleagues who meet Maslow's key needs