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Mixed Signals

9 min read 12 min listen Narrated by Sam
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What’s it about?

Incentives always work, but not always as intended. This book reveals the hidden signals rewards send and how to design them to get what you truly want.

You’ll learn

  • Why fines can backfire and increase bad behavior
  • How rewards can kill intrinsic motivation
  • The power of matching donations over direct payments
  • How to audit your incentives for hidden signals