The State of the Global Workplace: 2023 Report by Gallup provides a comprehensive look at the state of employee engagement around the world. The report found that employee engagement reached a record high in 2022, with 23% of employees worldwide engaged in their work; in other words, they give a damn about it. However, the report also found that the majority of employees (59%) are still quiet quitting, meaning they are not engaged but are not actively looking for a new job. This is fully understandable considering the actual jobs climate. There is no need to say it again you don’t have to stay in a job just because you can’t see better options or you are just afraid to make the big stepping out. It is also argued that we don’t leave the job, we leave the management. Word!
Global Summary for Employee Engagement and Job Market (2021-2022) Source: Gallup, 2023
Factors that contribute to employee engagement
Having a clear sense of purpose in one’s work.
Feeling valued and respected by one’s employer.
Having opportunities to learn and grow.
Having a good work-life balance.
Working with supportive colleagues.
When employees are engaged, they are more productive, more creative and more likely to stay with their organisation. They are also less likely to be stressed and burned out.
The report found that engagement is particularly important in the current economic climate, as organizations compete for talent in a tight labour market. Organisations that can create engaged workplaces will have a competitive advantage in attracting and retaining top talent. Otherwise, they just fail.
Employers: Tips for improving employee engagement
Set clear goals and expectations. Employees need to know what is expected of them in order to feel engaged.
Provide regular feedback. Employees need to know how they are doing in order to stay motivated.
Give employees opportunities to learn and grow. Employees want to feel like they are constantly learning and growing.
Create a positive work environment. Employees want to feel valued and respected at work.
Support work-life balance. Employees need to be able to balance their work and personal lives in order to be engaged.
Build strong relationships with employees. Employees want to feel like they are part of a team and that their contributions are valued.
Other areas to improve employee engagement
Pay and benefits. Employees want to be paid fairly and to have access to good benefits.
Health and wellness. Employees need to be healthy and well in order to be engaged.
Career development. Employees want to have opportunities to advance their careers.
Diversity and inclusion. Employees want to work in a workplace that is diverse and inclusive.
If none of these are happening, you are in the wrong work place. Defo!
So, What’s the Most Engaged Countries?
Finland (71%)
Denmark (70%)
Iceland (68%)
Norway (67%)
Netherlands (66%)
And… Least Engaged Countries
Nigeria (10%)
Turkey (11%)
India (12%)
Egypt (13%)
Pakistan (14%)
Daily Stress Data
The average employee experiences 4.8 stressful days per month.
The most stressed employees are in India (7.8 stressful days per month) and China (7.7 stressful days per month).
The least stressed employees are in Finland (2.9 stressful days per month) and Denmark (2.8 stressful days per month).
Job Climate
The most positive job climate is in Finland (74%).
The most negative job climate is in India (33%).
The United States has a job climate of 51% positive.
So, for example, next time when a Customer Service Rep is rude to you, it might be their disengagement speaking. Or their lost motivation. Bless them.
