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EPISODE · Jan 16, 2026 · 43 MIN

E05 - Why Carrots and Sticks Backfire

from Thinking With Books · host Oktay Yildiz

In this episode, we explore Daniel Pink's Drive to uncover why traditional reward-and-punishment systems actually destroy creativity and long-term performance. We discuss how true, lasting engagement comes from "Motivation 3.0," which relies on the intrinsic human drivers of autonomy, mastery, and purpose. Tune in to learn how to move beyond carrots and sticks to unlock your team's highest potential.

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