Low morale isn’t a perk problem; it’s a meaning problem.

Morale suffers when employees feel their work is disconnected from impact, growth, or recognition. Free lunches and added benefits may offer temporary boosts, but they do not replace purpose, fairness, and respect. People feel motivated when they understand why their work matters, how it contributes to larger goals, and how their effort is valued. Morale improves when leaders consistently reinforce meaning, progress, and appreciation.