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đŸ„• Do you work harder to earn praise or to avoid criticism?

Author: Dr. Michael Zeisig · First published: 21 February 2026

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đŸ„• Do you work harder to earn praise or to avoid criticism?

This question has stayed with me this week.

The carrot in front of your nose or fear of the stick — your answer says a lot about your motivation and how you lead. Those who act out of fear are perceived as cautious. Those who work for recognition appear bold. Both can be exhausting.

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This question has stayed with me this week.