Beyond Rewards and Punishments Pay people enough to take the issue of money off the table. So pay people enough to take money off the table so they aren't thinking about money, but rather the task/work at hand. Three Factors for Better Performance Join the Conversation Which of these three factors—autonomy, mastery, or purpose—motivates you the most in your work? Have you experienced the limitations of traditional reward systems?
Exploring the psychological phenomenon where we all stay silent despite privately sharing the same doubts Our brains are wired to look to others for social cues, sometimes leading us astray I just read about pluralistic ignorance, which I found fascinating. It's a psychological phenomenon that explains why groups often maintain norms that most members privately reject. This disconnect between our private beliefs and public behavior leads to some surprising and often troubling social dynamics. When...
When Your Toddler Starts Hitting Different Approaches to a Common Parenting Challenge My son Tyler has started hitting, and I think there are different ways to address the problem, which is why I am writing this blog post. Some say spank, some say to tell him no, some may hit back and some say to give him a hug. As parents, we often receive conflicting advice about how to handle challenging behaviors. Common Approaches to...