Workplace gamification can boost engagement and productivity, but often relies too heavily on extrinsic rewards like points and competition, which may undermine collaboration and intrinsic motivation.
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Psychologists call it the Effort Paradox—people often value outcomes more when they require significant effort, defying the idea that we naturally avoid hard work. Research by Michael Inzlicht and others shows that exerting effort, whether physical or mental, can enhance meaning, purpose, and satisfaction—even when difficulty or failure is involved.
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