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From turkeys to time off: Let staff know you care during downturn

NAW SmartBrief | Nov 17, 2008

Managers need to get proactive during tough times in order to boost morale and keep employees motivated. A list of 10 tips for raising employees' spirits includes shortening the work week to four days with extended work hours, giving employees turkeys at Thanksgiving, along with a card acknowledging the tough times, or helping to facilitate a car pool and perhaps giving a gas card to those who stay in the car pool for a certain amount of time. Manage Smarter (11/12)


Don't let emotions stand in the way of success

NAW SmartBrief | Nov 14, 2008

Avoid recession panic by having contingency plan in place

NAW SmartBrief | Nov 14, 2008

Graybar's Q3 sales rise 6.2%, but profits drop 26%

NAW SmartBrief | Nov 17, 2008

Study: Poor support from supervisors impacts worker attitudes, health

NAW SmartBrief | Nov 13, 2008

Keep customers loyal by keeping relationship personal

NAW SmartBrief | Nov 17, 2008

Rexel's Q3 sales up

NAW SmartBrief | Nov 17, 2008

Surround yourself with those who complement your style

NAW SmartBrief | Nov 17, 2008

Coconut water: "The healthiest beverage you can drink"?

NAW SmartBrief | Nov 17, 2008

Book describes keys to building relationships in selling

NAW SmartBrief | Nov 13, 2008


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Train inside sales reps how to generate profitable sales

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