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Are companies at the competitive edge problem free? Do any organizations work flawlessly? Not in the real world. How do the winners overcome their problems? What distinguishes them from other companies? How do they survive while others flounder or fall?
In recent years, a preponderance of organizations have redefined their missions, reframed their business strategies, and reengineered their work processes. Consequently, old jobs are being combined or redesigned and new jobs are being created. Additionally, new pay systems are being developed to support the goals, strategies and cultures of these changing organizations
Motivation is an organization's life-blood; yet "motivation," as a business subject, is largely ignored. Even when not ignored, it certainly is not a focal point for strategic thinking