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The puzzle of motivation

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Dan Pink |

TEDGlobal 2009

• July 2009

Career analyst Dan Pink examines the puzzle of motivation, starting with a fact that social scientists know but most managers don't: Traditional rewards aren't always as effective as we think. Listen for illuminating stories -- and maybe, a way forward.

Career analyst Dan Pink examines the puzzle of motivation, starting with a fact that social scientists know but most managers don't: Traditional rewards aren't always as effective as we think. Listen for illuminating stories -- and maybe, a way forward.

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Daniel H. Pink

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Daniel H. Pink is the author of several provocative, bestselling books about business, work, creativity and behavior.

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