The Pygmalion Effect: Proving Them Right
The Pygmalion Effect is a powerful secret weapon. Without even realizing it, we can nudge others towards success. In this article, discover how expectations can influence performance for better or …
Robert K. Merton
The Law of Unintended Consequences: Shakespeare, Cobra Breeding, and a Tower in Pisa
When we try to make a single change within a complex system, we often end up causing unintended consequences. These can be positive or negative. If we don’t anticipate unintended consequences, we …