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Givers give without expectation of immediate return.

Coaching Tip

Traditionally the thinking has been that employers should appeal to workers’ more obvious forms of self-interest: financial incentives, yes, but also work that is inherently interesting or offers the possibility for career advancement. Cialdini, author of "The Psychology of Persuasion" (William Morrow, 1993). Related articles.

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Great Leaders Embrace Office Politics

Harvard Business Review

Jill was one more victim of what I call the “Kumbaya” school of leadership, which says that being open, trusting, authentic, and positive — and working really hard — is the key to getting ahead. ” CEO biographies and leadership literature perpetuate this “just world” myth.