Goal setting and Cheating: Why They Often Go Together in the Workplace

From childhood on individuals are told that setting goals for themselves will make them more successful in whatever they set out to do – whether it’s win tennis games ace their exams or become CEO of their company. But goal-setting also has a dark side to it according to a recent research paper by a Wharton faculty member and two colleagues. In addition to motivating constructive behavior goal setting – especially when it involves rewards such as bonuses or perks – can also motivate unethical behavior when people fall short of the goals they set or that are set for them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.