Re: PAY FOR ? (fwd)

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From: Daniel Ritsma
Date: Fri, 17 Jun 1994 05:23

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Jonathan,

The motivation I think is being discussed relates to enhancing output at
work. Anyone above survival status uses personal opportunity costs regarding
work vs. free time, and balances that on their own priorities.

I wish to increase the output of my work force by providing motivation and
incentives for them to do so. The best and most enlightened organizations
(Xerox, e.g.) have been forced to displace members of their workforce in
spite of doing things right. Here in New England, there are 1000's of DEC
and Wang alumni.

It is hard to stimulate for the good of the company with the knowledge that
your position is not secure. Personal motivation appears to me to be the
solution.

Now knowing you, if you worked for me, and it was allowable through company
policy, I would encourage (bribe) you for increased productivity with comp
time. If you can finish this project by Thursday, then take Friday off. I
get the project completed, and you get your time off.

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