Incentives Quote by Malka Ann Older
““Systems include their by-products; it all comes from the pattern of incentives they create. It’s how they make people think, how they make people behave.””
About This Quote
Systems shape behavior through the incentives they embed, influencing thoughts and actions.
In simple terms: Incentives drive how people think and act.
Design incentives wisely.
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When to use this quote
- organizational design
- policy making
- product development
- marketing strategy
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do current incentives affect your decisions?
- What incentives could you change to improve outcomes?
Incentives can be unpredictable and may have unintended side effects.