They are skilled and generally hard working. However, due to the company culture and the micromanaging approach of the CEO they are highly demotivated, which shows in their lack of courage in decision making and trying new things at work.
They should start using their skills and experience in help grow the company instead of being the "Yes" men to the CEO. The lack of vision and commitment is clearly visible in the flatline growth, in both revenue and headcount, of the company over the past few years now.