In early October, department stores begin to prepare for upcoming holiday sales. Retail stores often make 25 percent or more of their yearly revenue during November and December. Sales associates for a nationwide department store are hired for their energy and enthusiasm, but after the long summer months, many are unprepared for the intense workload of the holiday sales season. Mabel James, general manager of store #415, knows she needs to get the staff excited about their jobs, their stock, and their customers before the holiday season begins, and has designed a series of incentives for employees who reach sales goals. Mabel calls a meeting. Which of the following describes the purpose of Mabel's meeting? To clean and decorate the store for the upcoming holidays To motivate employees To help employees improve their standard of living To introduce new products that will be available only during the holidays