Social responsibility Quote by Adam M. Grant
““In a classic experiment, when people received help from one peer, they were more likely to give help to another peer, matching by following the norm of social responsibility.””
About This Quote
Source Research article: “The Norm of Social Responsibility” by Adam M. Grant, 2018
Helping others creates a ripple effect, prompting recipients to help additional people, reinforcing social responsibility norms.
In simple terms: Helping spreads help.
Key Takeaway
Encourage peer assistance.
Themes
social responsibility
reciprocity
norms
Mood
empathetic
inspirational
Type
observational
psychological
When to use this quote
- team projects
- volunteer programs
- classroom activities
- online communities
Key Concepts
behavioral economics
social influence
Questions to Reflect On
- How can organizations foster this ripple?
- What barriers stop people from passing on help?
A Different Perspective
May not apply when resources are scarce.
