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Well, it's pretty clear that no one has made a New Year's resolution to raise maintenance budgets. In fact, they are likely to be squeezed tighter if the economy doesn't improve soon. As a manager or department head, how do you motivate your employees in this environment? Raises and bonuses aren't available, prizes and dinners are probably not in the budget either. So how do you keep your people interested in doing their best?

Listen in as Dick Ollek explains the oldest and maybe the best way to provide positive motivation to your employees. Here's a hint - interest plays a big part of this tip...