Motivating Good Deeds: Strategies and Examples

The video discusses strategies to motivate people to engage in socially beneficial actions. It highlights the importance of observability, eliminating excuses, and communicating expectations. Through case studies, it demonstrates how small changes can significantly increase participation in programs like energy conservation and tuberculosis treatment adherence.

What was the key change suggested to increase participation in the power company's program?

• Creating a mobile app

• Offering a financial incentive

• Sending more letters

• Using sign-up sheets near mailboxes

How does observability influence people's willingness to do good deeds?

• It reduces their privacy concerns

• It makes them feel guilty

• It increases their awareness of social norms

• It provides financial rewards

What strategy did the Salvation Army use to increase donations?

• Offering free gifts

• Standing in front of both doors

• Sending thank-you notes

• Playing music

What is a major challenge in ensuring TB patients complete their treatment?

• Lack of medication

• Untrained medical staff

• High cost of treatment

• Stigma and inconvenience

How does the mobile health startup Keheala help TB patients adhere to their treatment?

• By sending daily text reminders

• By providing free transportation

• By reducing medication side effects

• By offering financial incentives

What is a simple way to communicate expectations to encourage good deeds?

• Providing detailed instructions

• Using complex technology

• Highlighting others' participation

• Offering rewards

What effect does comparing energy consumption with neighbors have on people?

• It has no effect

• It motivates them to reduce consumption

• It encourages them to use more energy

• It makes them anxious

What is the main goal of the strategies discussed in the video?

• To motivate people to do more good

• To develop new technologies

• To increase company profits

• To reduce government spending

Which of the following is NOT a method mentioned to encourage good deeds?

• Increasing observability

• Providing financial incentives

• Communicating expectations

• Eliminating excuses

What is the primary focus of the checklist provided in the video?

• Raising additional funds

• Developing new technologies

• Improving marketing strategies

• Harnessing reputations