TED: How to motivate people to do good for others | Erez Yoeli

The video discusses strategies to motivate people to perform good deeds by increasing observability, eliminating excuses, and communicating expectations. Through case studies, it illustrates how small changes can significantly impact participation in social programs, voting, and healthcare adherence. The speaker emphasizes the importance of making good deeds visible, removing barriers, and setting clear expectations to harness people's inherent desire to do good.

What small change did the power company implement to increase participation in their program?

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

What was the effect of adding a sentence about being contacted after voting?

What is the importance of eliminating excuses in encouraging good deeds?

What were the researchers' findings regarding the Salvation Army volunteers standing in front of both doors?

What challenges do tuberculosis patients face in completing their treatment?

How does the approach of texting patients help in ensuring they take their medication?

What role do social norms play in motivating people to perform good deeds?

How can communicating expectations influence people's behavior towards doing good?

What are the three key items on the checklist for encouraging good deeds?