Engagement Quests and Snoozefests???
Hey there! Q1 employee engagement numbers for the U.S. are in, and let’s just say... things could be better. The nation is seeing?its lowest engagement levels in 11 years. Tackling engagement can seem like an insurmountable task, so I’ve included a resource with a variety of actionable ideas to try at your organization.?
Workplace learning opportunities are one way to boost engagement, but research says they're underutilized. One expert’s take? It’s because they’re boring. He has several strategies that use creativity to drive participation. I'm also sharing some must-read employee listening hacks this week. Let’s dive in!
Listen up???
A culture of listening drives innovation and makes employees feel valued. But if you don't have a full-blown employee listening program in place yet, don't worry – you can still make a difference. These quick tips will get you on the fast track to listening success.
Engagement derailment???
2024 isn't off to a good start engagement-wise. In Q1, only 30% of employees were fully engaged – that's a 3% decline from last quarter and an 11-year low. This may seem bleak, but we can turn things around with the right strategies (more on that below).?
Oodles of ideas ??
There's no sugarcoating it: building engagement is hard. Breaking it down into smaller, actionable tasks can help you progress one step at a time. This resource has a whopping 101 engagement-driving tips to try, from easy, fun activations to organization-wide shifts.
Lose the snooze??
While nearly 60% of employees are interested in upskilling, the majority don’t take advantage of internal opportunities to do so. A former Disney VP chalks this up to boring programming and shares how a little creativity can make workplace learning a whole lot more appealing.
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