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Praise as a spur or restraint in toil
The piece debates whether praise motivates or stagnates, citing Walter and George, and recounts G F Swift who avoided praise, preferring promotions for rewards. The author admits liking occasional praise to spur harder effort, noting praise's impact varies with source and frequency. Bystander reflection from 1931 Western Newspaper Union.
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Walter
George
G. F. Swift
Swift & Co
Western Newspaper Union