The objectives of this research were: 1) to develop a participatory management model that promotes work motivation, and 2) to develop and evaluate a manual using a participatory management model that promotes work motivation of personnel in private vocational schools. The research instruments were an in-depth interview form and a participatory management assessment form that promote motivation for the work of personnel in private vocational schools. The results showed that the participatory management consisted of 7 components: participation aspect; Welfare and morale, Training on love, unity, commitment, teamwork efficiency in operation and attainment of vision, objectives, and goals. The motivation of personnel in private vocational schools consists of 2 components: motivation factor and supporting factor. The motivation factor are being respected by supervisors and colleagues, The attractiveness of the work performed, Assigned duties and responsibilities, Progress in the work that is done and the driving force in the work to be successful. The supporting factors include policy and management, empowering personnel, relationships between supervisors and co-workers, compensation, work environment and job stability.