By Dennis Brown, Board of Directors

Low workplace morale is a problem that plagues offices all the across the country. Although this concern is common, many companies still do little to combat employee dissatisfaction because they either misjudge the complexity of the issue or underestimate the resulting consequences that can accrue. If ignored, an unhappy workforce can produce a variety of unwanted consequences, which can also lead to a decline in overall output in both quality and quantity. For these reasons alone, companies must place employee motivation and company morale atop their list of priorities.