No one knows better than the employees, as to what will incent, reward, or motivate them. Employees work harder and more effectively in a humanized environment. This is one that treats employees as individuals. Basic courtesies are standard for all levels and between all levels Pleasant and healthy work conditions Comparable salaries and benefits to other companies Healthy motivation appeals to and captures the interests, needs, desires and creativity the staff. Creating guilt only undermines motivation and eliminates staff loyalty and morale.
Fear can definitely get some people to do what they are suppose to do.
But for most employees a fear strategy is unproductive over the long term. Usually over time it will lead to lower morale which can adversely effect productivity. If you find you dwell on who caused the problem, you are working backwards. When correcting a problem, look for ways to prevent the situation from occurring again. Some minutes invested now may save many, many hours over the longer term.