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Payoff by Dan Ariely examines the true nature of motivation, revealing common blind spots and offering insights into how we can harness this knowledge to make better decisions. Through studies ranging from Intel to kindergarten classrooms, Ariely investigates whether employee bonuses increase or inhibit productivity, the role of trust in motivational success, society’s misconceptions about valuing work, and how our awareness of mortality affects drive.
First publish date: 2016
Genre: Self-Help & Personal Development/Motivation & Success
Authors: Dan Ariely
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