Best way to power through a daunting to-do list
Can’t find the motivation to tackle your chores? Build in little rewards as you check off your task list—you’re more likely to finish the job, suggest researchers at Cornell University. In one experiment, there was a 35% increase in the number of people who persisted at a task when they got an immediate bonus after finishing part of it. Why? The researchers explain that rewards along the way increase enjoyment and make the overall work a more positive experience, inspiring us to feel more engaged and driven.