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How do you explain the

Submitted by Dan on March 28, 2008 - 06:38.

How do you explain the incentive programs that have worked?

What happens when you add extrinsic motivation to a set of already intrinsically motivated employees? My best guess and anecdotal evidence suggests the intended effect (I was there, it really happened).

Perhaps the wisdom here is for hiring managers: don't bother with the extrinsically motivated worker.

Dueling anecdotes are unlikely to change minds, but I assure you I've been a part of incentive programs that succeeded.

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