Dan Pink, a bestselling author known for his insights into business and human behavior, discusses the intricacies of motivation and why traditional reward systems often fail. He emphasizes the importance of intrinsic motivators like autonomy, mastery, and purpose in enhancing creativity and productivity. Pink shares compelling evidence and stories that challenge outdated management practices. The conversation also highlights the evolving traits required for effective leadership in today’s dynamic workplace, pushing for a shift towards self-directed approaches.
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Pink's Law School Woes
Dan Pink, in a humorous anecdote, shared his unsuccessful law school experience.
He uses this to introduce his "lawyerly case" for rethinking business practices.
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The Candle Problem
Traditional rewards can hinder creative problem-solving, as demonstrated by the candle problem experiment.
In this "Inspiring TED Talks Rewind" HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanhwestover/) explores Dan Pink's famous 2009 TED Global Talk, "The Puzzle of Motivation" (Originally aired September 26, 2020). See the full video and all of the details here: https://www.ted.com/talks/dan_pink_the_puzzle_of_motivation.
"Career analyst Dan Pink examines the puzzle of motivation, starting with a fact that social scientists know but most managers don't: Traditional rewards aren't always as effective as we think. Listen for illuminating stories -- and maybe, a way forward."
Daniel H. Pink (https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielpink/) is the author of six provocative books about business and human behavior. His books include the long-running New York Times bestsellers When and A Whole New Mind — as well as the #1 New York Times bestsellers Drive and To Sell is Human. Dan’s books have won multiple awards, have been translated into 40 languages, and have sold more than three million copies. He lives in Washington, DC, with his family.
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