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by andrewkreid 4615 days ago
I think the danger is that you might displace intrinsic motivation (pride in good work) with extrinsic motivation (doin' it for the Woos).

It's the same problem as with employee of the month awards, Dance Mom pyramids etc.

Also: http://www.joelonsoftware.com/items/2006/08/09.html

("doin' it for the Woos" T-Shirts available at CafePress soon :) )