The management of this small manufacturer needs to focus on specific ideas to improve morale. First, I would suggest that management let those remaining know they are appreciated. Managers need to keep open lines of communication; inspire confidence in the company's future and make it clear that hard work and ideas pay off. The management staff needs to be candid and straightforward about problems and turmoil within the company. Once the remaining employees understand the …showed first 75 words of 521 total…

…showed last 75 words of 521 total…of layoffs. There still would have possibly been low morale, but at least they would still have a job. I feel cutting back hours would have been more easily handled by managers than having to deal with a lack of trust with remaining employees. After layoffs, companies and managers need to invest more energy in the people who remain. This will aid in recovery, fuel productivity, boost morale, and minimize the damage to workplace trust.