Recession-Proof Employee Loyalty Plan

March 6, 2009

Thanks to the struggling economy many small business owners are putting a freeze on raises and bonuses. According to this week's guest Ed Hess, that makes it all the more critical to show your appreciation in other ways if you want them to stick around for the long haul. And lucky for you employees do not respond solely to cold hard cash. Listen to this episode of the Construction Business Podcast as Ed Hess provides some insights on creative ways to keep your troops happy with little to no money out of your pocket.

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