Meanings
From 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.
How to pronounce "carrot and stick":
AU
The simultaneous rewarding of good behavior and punishing of bad behavior.
Example Sentences
1
The manager used a combination of carrot and stick to motivate the employees.
2
The government uses a carrot and stick approach to encourage people to save money.
3
The teacher employed a carrot and stick strategy to promote good behavior in the classroom.
4
The company offers bonuses as a carrot and stick method to increase productivity.
5
The coach used a carrot and stick approach to push the team to their full potential.
