🧨 Secrets to Creating a Culture of Employee Engagement

Learn our top picks for software you can use to manage employee engagement. [Image]( Expert Insights on HR April 17, 2024   Our Expert’s Topic for the Week: Employee Engagement & Strategies Employee engagement is not just about creating a fun work environment with perks and benefits. It goes beyond that to foster a sense of purpose and belonging among employees. Employees who feel supported are more likely to be motivated, engaged, and committed to the success of the company. Read below to learn more about employee engagement and some ideas for your workplace. Plus, learn our top picks for software you can use to manage employee engagement. Stay Current - Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is no longer a ‘nice-to-have’ trait of a good employer–it’s a business necessity. In fact, more than half (56%) of US businesses have some sort of DEI program in place. - Work-life balance is a top priority for employees. Employees who have a satisfying work-life balance are more engaged with their company, colleagues, and overall work. - Employee engagement impacts employees’ mental health. Engaged employees are five times more likely to view their jobs on a positive note. - Jennifer Soper, Robie Ann Ferrer, Genevieve Que - [What is Employee Engagement & Why Is It Important?]( - [41 Employee Engagement Ideas for Your Workplace]( - [11 Employee Engagement Statistics & Trends for 2024](   [What is Employee Engagement & Why Is It Important?]( [What is Employee Engagement & Why Is It Important?]( An engaged workplace is one where employees are glad to come to work, focus on their projects, offer suggestions for improvements, and speak well of their company to people outside of work. Employee engagement is important for small businesses for many reasons—it can impact everything from employee retention and safety to customer satisfaction and company profitability.   [41 Employee Engagement Ideas for Your Workplace]( [41 Employee Engagement Ideas for Your Workplace]( The best way to address dropping or stagnant employee engagement is by creating a positive and supportive work culture that helps fulfill the needs of employees while keeping them encouraged on the job. Some employee engagement ideas you can implement are operational or learning and development focused, while others are more fun cultural and community activities.   [11 Employee Engagement Statistics & Trends for 2024]( [11 Employee Engagement Statistics & Trends for 2024]( An engaged workforce contains individuals who are motivated, willing to go the extra mile and provide exceptional service. 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