WorkCookie - Get Ahead with Industrial/Organizational Psychology in the Workplace Ep. 247 - Modifying Behaviors within an Organization
Mar 17, 2025
Join Nic Krueger, an I/O psychology expert, and Lee Crowson, a seasoned professional in hiring practices, as they navigate the intricacies of modifying behaviors within organizations. They discuss innovative reward strategies to engage remote teams, emphasizing personalized incentives that resonate with employee motivations. The duo also critiques traditional hiring methods, stressing the importance of aligning recruitment with organizational culture. Lastly, they shine a light on the dangers of toxic workplace culture and the crucial need for open dialogue in addressing these issues.
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Micro Rewards Drive Engagement
- Use small, team-specific rewards to boost engagement, like $5 gift cards or virtual trophies for content-relevant wins.
- Experiment quickly and fund modest prizes yourself if necessary to build camaraderie and participation.
Match Rewards To Team Culture
- Tailor rewards to team demographics and preferences by doing discovery work upfront.
- Design incentives that fit the team's culture to avoid wasted efforts like unpopular treats.
Ask What Actually Motivates People
- Ask employees what truly motivates them instead of assuming a one-size-fits-all reward will work.
- Help people articulate their motivations when they don't know them so you can align incentives effectively.
