Thanks, this reduced my unjustified enthusiasm. I wonder if more specific prizes (such as a reflective decision theory prize) would do a better job of attracting effort and shifting perception.
FWIW, personally, I think that sensibly-designed prizes are a great way to pay for getting things done. I note that SIAI has tried some prizes—including one last year.
Interesting. Do you know they make a decent spectacle of awarding that prize? Publicity (pre and post prize) seems to be a key element to effective prizes.
Thanks, this reduced my unjustified enthusiasm. I wonder if more specific prizes (such as a reflective decision theory prize) would do a better job of attracting effort and shifting perception.
FWIW, personally, I think that sensibly-designed prizes are a great way to pay for getting things done. I note that SIAI has tried some prizes—including one last year.
Interesting. Do you know they make a decent spectacle of awarding that prize? Publicity (pre and post prize) seems to be a key element to effective prizes.