Envisioning Socialist Futures: Planning the Economy
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Redefining Motivation in Socialist Economies
This chapter examines self-determination theory and its implications for motivation within socialist frameworks, highlighting the contrast between internal and external drivers of workforce engagement. It critiques historical approaches to collectivization in the Soviet Union and China, arguing that genuine autonomy fosters better productivity. The discussion emphasizes the importance of effective feedback and societal intervention to align consumer needs with enterprise goals, advocating for a shift toward self-determined motivation to enhance labor contributions.
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