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Smart Brief - 4 ways to keep your workers' hearts in the game
Many employees have become disengaged as the economic slump drags on. "People are disillusioned with the economy and the fact that many of them are having to do more work with fewer people, thanks to layoffs," said Dianne Durkin, president of Loyalty Factor. That can be particularly bad for small businesses, which often rely on the creativity and innovation of workers. Leaders should actively ask employees for their input and focus on a purpose, Durkin advises.