Q1 - TED: The Puzzle of Motivation

Question 1

The candle problem

Answer 1

Used to overcome functional fixedness – identifies people who see match box as a solution to the problem

Question 2

How incentives affect jobs (dynamic vs jobs with clear objective)

Answer 2

Incentives narrows focus and hinders productivity in dynamic jobs. However, incentives helped increase productivity when the objective of a cognitive job

Question 3

Extrinsic motivators

Answer 3

External factors or rewards that are tangible and typically provided by the organization to encourage performance
eg: salary bonuses, paid time off, etc

Question 4

Intrinsic motivators

Answer 4

Internal factors that come from within the individual. These factors are related to personal satisfaction, fulfillment, and the inherent enjoyment of the work itself
eg: job satisfaction, purpose, personal growth, mastery

Question 5

Results Only Work Environment (ROWE)

Answer 5

A structure that certain companies use where employees do not have a fixed schedule, can show up whenever they want as long as the work is done. Led to higher productivity and satisfaction while reducing turnover rates