
the compensation increase didn't cover the increase in benefit costs.
Team members are very professional, helpful, driven, and always project a positive attitude (most of the time).
better communication, better projections, and better negotiation tactics to reduce vendor related costs. does it really make sense to give an outside firm millions of dollars to figure out how to 'cut cost'?
Motivation drops when there are rumors (and confirmation) of layoffs, sale of the company, and overall pessimism to start the new year. Owners/Exec. decided to borrow tons of money when the rates are increasing, leading to millions in monthly interest payments.