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Goal setting and Cheating: Why They Often Go Together in the Workplace
- Author: Vários
- Narrator: Vários
- Publisher: Podcast
- Duration: 0:10:05
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Synopsis
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. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.