As we pack up the tinsel and throw out the tree, most people’s minds turn to the challenge of making a fresh start in 2023. How can we finally lose weight, stop smoking, or save more money for the ...

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Stuart Mills does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their ...

Did you know that small changes "nudges" in the environment can influence safer decisions and promote positive behavior? This theory is a concept in behavioral science that proposes subtle, indirect ...

Since the publication of Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein’s groundbreaking book Nudge in 2008, the concept of behavioral economics has influenced various facets of society, reshaping how organizations ...

After the year we’ve had, it’s no wonder there is so much more concern about financial wellness. But while plan sponsors are well-intentioned in their efforts to help participants increase their ...

Nudging is not about penalizing them in any way or limiting their freedom if not acted in a certain way, but to help their decision-making process easier Nudge theory suggests that positive ...

The author acknowledges funding from the Dutch Research Council (NWO), Grant 016.VIDI.185.017. Suppose you are in a pub with friends. You drink a few beers, have a good time, and head home. The ...

Ready to move beyond basic "wear your PPE" signs? Despite comprehensive training and clear rules, split-second decisions about hand protection are still leading to preventable injuries. Although ...