Changing Another Person LO20177

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In a message dated 98-12-14 08:37:27 EST, SquareWheels@compuserve.com writes:

> But rewards do influence performance and people do things because of them.

I would state this differently. I would suggest "people do things for the
purpose of them." This subtle distinction takes us from determinism to
immanent teleology, i.e., from be "driven" by something to "choosing a
purpose" toward something.

Warm regards, David

David L. Hanson, Ph.D.
Consulting Psychologist
Charlotte, NC
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