The impact of the goal gradient hypothesis
- Goal gradients do not only impact our motivation but also impact how helpful or socially minded we might be.
- Research suggests that the impact of a goal gradient can be affected by your power status.
- Those who perceive themselves to be in a position of low social or professional power are more likely to be motivated by proximity to a goal.
- Conversely, goal proximity may be of less importance to those who feel more powerful.
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