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At a time when many organizations have frozen or reduced salaries and bonuses; suspended discretionary spending; laid off staff; and reduced employer contributions to company sponsored share purchase and/or retirement plans, employee morale and engagement have likely been negatively impacted. While we can argue that "it’s the economy, stupid", and await better times, employers are not powerless in this recession. You have many means still, at your disposal, to have employees feeling positive about your organization, and engaged and energetic in contributing to improved corporate results. Following is my "Top 9 List" of suggested free benefits.

>> Click here to see the list of ways to look better to your employer.