Alfie Kohn’s book, “Punished by Rewards,” offers a fresh perspective on motivation, challenging the widespread belief that rewards are effective tools for behavior change. Kohn delves into the potential negative consequences of relying on rewards, arguing that they undermine intrinsic motivation and hinder long-term growth. Supported by research and real-life examples, the book prompts readers … Continue reading Punished by Rewards: the Trouble with Gold Stars, Incentive Plans, A’s, Praise, and Other Bribes by Alfie Kohn (1999)
Personal change is inevitable We all change over time. The older we get, the more we are aware of how much we have changed. We change gradually in response to many factors: what we are exposed to and how we react to it. In short, our experiences in life. Some of those changes are down … Continue reading Changing People ** What right do we have to try to change someone?
It is often suggested that offering rewards is necessary to motivate people, particularly when it comes to sharing their knowledge. However, this strategy is ultimately ineffective and potentially harmful in the long run. In his book Punished by Rewards, Alfie Kohn shows that while manipulating people with incentives may seem to work in the short … Continue reading Punished by Rewards Loving what you do is a more powerful motivator than any goody