Punished by Rewards: The Trouble with Gold Stars, Incentive Plans, A'S, Praise, and Other Bribes (Paperback)

In the editorial review, the reviewer summarises the main arguments and findings of the book "Punished by Rewards" by Alfie Kohn. They state that punishments and rewards, such as grades, awards, and performance-based compensation, actually decrease performance and compromise personal agency. The reviewer questions why society continues to rely on these methods despite the evidence against them. They also mention the behaviorist influence in the cryptocurrency space and the potential risks of perpetuating a machine paradigm. The reviewer concludes by urging readers to Consider creating economies based on intrinsic motivation and to join the author's company, Regen Network, in exploring these ideas further. Overall, the editorial review presents a critical view of rewards and punishments, highlighting the negative effects they have on performance and personal agency. The review also raises questions about the reliance on rewards in society and the potential risks in the cryptocurrency space. The reviewer recommends reading the first 100 pages of the book for a comprehensive understanding of the arguments presented.