The manager uses a carrot and stick approach to motivate the team.
carrot and stick
idiomThe simultaneous rewarding of good behavior and punishing of bad behavior.
Origin
disputed originFrom combining two ways to motivate a beast of burden, with the lure of a carrot placed just out of reach, and the threat of a stick behind.
To improve productivity, the company introduced a carrot and stick policy that offers bonuses for high performance and pay cuts for missing deadlines.
The government’s new economic strategy relies on a carrot and stick method, balancing tax incentives for green energy with strict penalties for industrial pollution.
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beat off with a stick
To reject (a person making an unwanted amorous approach).
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beat with the ugly stick
Used to describe someone who is particularly ugly or unattractive.
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clue stick
A metaphorical stick used to beat information or understanding into a slow learner.
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get on the stick
To get started; to begin working; to become active.
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hit with the stupid stick
Used to describe someone who is stupid or unintelligent.
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holy crap on a stick
Emphatic form of holy crap.
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keep one's stick on the ice
To remain vigilant and ready for action.
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let crazy stick its dick in you
To have sex with a male deemed insane.