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Can I give negative points, or take away points for inappropriate behavior?
Can I give negative points, or take away points for inappropriate behavior?
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Written by Adrianne Hipsher
Updated over a week ago

Bonusly doesn't allow for giving negative points, or taking away points as a punitive measure. This is an intentional design choice informed by established psychological research into motivation and employee happiness. 

Taking away Bonusly earnings is a punitive action, and doesn't serve long term goals of developing, supporting, educating, engaging, and empowering employees.

If an employee needs extra coaching, we recommend a 1-on-1 meeting.

For more information about the philosophy that inspired this design decision, check out these two presentations given at the TED conference by thought leaders Dan Pink and Dan Ariely:

P.S. You do have the ability to remove problematic bonuses as an admin. 


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