Sublime

Human beings have an innate inner drive to be autonomous, self-determined, and connected to one another. And when that drive is liberated, people achieve more and live richer lives.

There are three drivers- external - biological - intrinsic

The zen of compensation: for the type I people, compensate them fairly and more than average and take the money of the table.

Not getting an expected reward is a punishment

The essential requirement: Any extrinsic reward should be unexpected and offered only after the task is complete.

One who is interested in developing and enhancing intrinsic motivation in children, employees, students, etc., should not concentrate on external-control systems such as monetary rewards.

consider nontangibel rewards - praise and positive feedback are much less corrosive than cash and trophies

The best use of money as a motivator is to pay people enough to take the issue of money off the table.

Exppectatiostatus and security.