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“At work, my opinions seem to count.” This element of engagement can be viewed as an employee’s “internal stock price.” It measures the sense of value that employees put on their work and their organization. However, just one in three employees globally strongly agree with this statement. Gallup’s latest Q12 meta-analysis finds that by doubling that ratio, organizations could realize a 22% reduction in turnover, a 33% reduction in safety incidents, a 10% increase in productivity and a 32% improvement in employee wellbeing. Employees want to feel valued. They want to know that their input is important and that they are making a significant contribution and a difference to their work environment. This feeling creates a greater sense of inclusion among workers and reinforces their self-worth. Discover strategies to create a culture of idea sharing: https://lnkd.in/gke4-f6X

Full-time employees in the U.S. have been working fewer hours per week for the past five years — from an average of 44.1 hours in 2019 to 42.9 today. Gallup data reveal several factors that may explain this shift including declining employee wellbeing, growing detachment from employers, a rising emphasis on work-life balance, and advances in technology that are making work more efficient. Burnout, which can arise alongside these changes, may also be playing a significant role. The decline in hours worked is steeper for younger than older workers. Between 2019 and 2024, the average decrease is slightly below one hour per person for workers aged 35 and older, and nearly two hours for employees under the age of 35. Over the course of a year, that’s the equivalent of older employees taking an extra week off of work and younger workers a full two weeks. Discover more about what’s driving the change of hours worked in the U.S. — and what it means for employees and organizations: https://lnkd.in/gmhf8qP5

At last week’s launch of the 2025 World Happiness Report with SEMAFOR, Gallup CEO Jon Clifton highlighted how community and generosity are among the strongest factors contributing to a great life. The data confirm it — believing in the goodwill of those around us can have a bigger impact on our wellbeing than earning a higher salary. The?World Happiness Report?is a partnership of Gallup, the Wellbeing Research Centre, the Sustainable Development Solutions Network and the?World Happiness Report?editorial board. Gallup World Poll data on life evaluations are the primary source behind the annual happiness rankings for countries worldwide. Explore the full insights here: https://lnkd.in/esH_VJzZ

The latest World Happiness Report, powered by Gallup data, reveals that acts of kindness—helping a stranger, volunteering, and donating—are stronger predictors of happiness than income. Countries where people believe their lost wallet would be returned, such as the Nordic nations, consistently rank among the happiest.? ? Despite the rise in generosity during the COVID-19 pandemic, acts of kindness have lost their momentum. This matters to the world’s future wellbeing because individually, and taken together, these behaviors are all key drivers of happiness.? ? With 15 Western industrial nations, including the U.S., reporting lower happiness levels than in 2005-2010, these findings suggest that trust and benevolence may play a critical role in reversing the trend.?? ? Explore more of our findings here: https://lnkd.in/giEqVTtV

Global happiness varies widely, but which countries lead the way and which face the greatest challenges? For the eighth year in a row, Finland claims the No. 1 spot as the happiest country in the world. On a 10-point scale, Finns give their lives a 7.736 average rating. Denmark (7.521), Iceland (7.515) and Sweden (7.345) secure the next three spots, while Afghanistan ranks last, with a life evaluation of 1.364. For the second year running, the U.S. didn’t earn a spot among the top 20 happiest countries in the world. It ranks No. 24 — far from its 16th place ranking in 2022. Since the first World Happiness Report published over a decade ago, each edition has reinforced a crucial insight: A country’s success is closely tied to the wellbeing and happiness of its people. Explore the full insights in the World Happiness Report 2025, a partnership among Gallup, the Wellbeing Research Centre, the Sustainable Development Solutions Network, and the World Happiness Report editorial board, and drawing on a range of global research, including the Lloyd's Register Foundation’s World Risk Poll. https://lnkd.in/gsQ_msb5

Human beings cannot be successful alone. Learning, growth, and the application of knowledge happen more effectively through interactions with others. Given this, employees need a manager who encourages their development; however, just four in 10 employees globally strongly agree there is someone at work who encourages their development. Gallup’s latest Q12 meta-analysis finds that by doubling that ratio, organizations could realize a 9% improvement in customer engagement, a 14% improvement in productivity, a 46% improvement in employee wellbeing and a 31% improvement in quality. Each employee needs help navigating the course of their career. At times, employees need sponsorship, coaching, protection, exposure, visibility and challenging work assignments. At other times, employees look for counseling, friendship, acceptance and confirmation that they are doing well. Discover how manager-to-employee and/or peer?to-peer interactions contribute to employee engagement: https://lnkd.in/gEZrPyqg

When work and home responsibilities collide, career paths can look very different. Understanding these dynamics is key to building workplaces that work for everyone. Women are 8.2 times as likely as men to be primarily responsible for six or more household duties, and nearly half of women (48%) say their current job doesn’t align with their ideal work arrangement. This misalignment has serious consequences – employees who feel misaligned with their job are 81% more likely to experience frequent burnout and twice as likely to say their work has had an extremely negative impact on their mental health. Creating a workplace where everyone can thrive requires more than just flexibility. Learn how organizations can close this gap: https://lnkd.in/gXXg4VuB

In 2024, U.S. employee engagement fell to its lowest level in a decade, with only 31% of employees engaged. This downward trend reflects a growing sense of detachment, particularly among employees under 35. However, not all organizations follow this pattern. Best-practice organizations achieve 70% engagement – more than three times the global average of 23%. Exceptional workplaces stand out because they are rare. They don’t happen by chance but instead through intentional leadership, sustained commitment and a culture where employees can thrive. Gallup recognizes these organizations as Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winners, setting the standard for what’s possible when leaders invest in their people. Discover the organizations raising the bar for excellence and explore the 2025 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award winners: https://lnkd.in/dDfwAwze

Five years ago on March 11, the workplace changed forever. ? The COVID-19 pandemic forced people to stay home with little warning, while businesses quickly activated continuity plans and emergency public health protocols took effect. Employees adopted new ways of working as the pandemic continued, and waves of people changed jobs amid The Great Resignation. Customer expectations also evolved, affecting how entire industries operate. Throughout the pandemic, Gallup measured how people’s work and lives changed. This effort included more than 400,000 surveys of U.S. employees over the past five years.?? ? Based on that research, Gallup identified 12 ways workplaces have transformed since the onset of the pandemic.?Swipe to explore five of these transformations and click the link to dive deeper into all 12: https://lnkd.in/gMw8j7HE

Around the world, leaders are navigating geopolitical instability, economic uncertainty and declining trust in institutions – forces that shape community bonds and influence life satisfaction. Yet amid these challenges, new insights highlight the powerful impact of kindness, generosity and social connections in fostering happiness and wellbeing. ? Join Gallup, the World Happiness Report Editorial Board and SEMAFOR on March 20 for conversations with leading experts on what leaders need to know from the World Happiness Report 2025. Attend the launch event virtually or in person in Washington, D.C. Register here:? https://lnkd.in/egAS6Khc