Payoff : the hidden logic that shapes our motivations
(Book)

"Portions of this book have been adapted from Predictably Irrational: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions (New York: HarperCollins, 2009); The Upside of Irrationality: The Unexpected Benefits of Defying Logic at Work and Home (New York: HarperCollins, 2010); And Dan Ariely's October 2012 TED Talk, "What Makes Us Feel Good About Our Work?" -- Verso."

Includes bibliographical references.

"Payoff investigates the true nature of motivation, our partial blindness to the way it works, and how we can bridge this gap. With studies that range from Intel to a kindergarten classroom, Ariely digs deep to find the root of motivation--how it works and how we can use this knowledge to approach important choices in our own lives. Along the way, he explores intriguing questions such as: Can giving employees bonuses harm productivity? Why is trust so crucial for successful motivation? What are our misconceptions about how to value our work? How does your sense of your mortality impact your motivation?,"--Baker & Taylor.