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Rewarded To Action

Rewards are responsible for three-quarters of WHY you do things, says an article I read. Rewards, especially ones that benefit self most, really do spur people to do great things.
  • So what will you reward yourself when you complete something on your to-do list? Have you?
  • What personal benefits are available once you complete a task? 
Remember: no personal benefiting rewards, no (or less) motivation to do or even complete a task.

If you can't find or receive such a reward but you need to get a task done, try this:
Give your friend a certain amount of money (say RM50). If you get your task done by an agreed set deadline, you get the money back. If you don't it will be given to a person or organization you strongly dislike.

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