Engagement of the Average Employee

The Predictive Index surveyed over 10,000 random people on their levels of employee engagement in their job and at their company. Here’s what they found:

The Company:

On the basis of pride, satisfaction, willingness to recommend the organization

• 54% of employees are dissatisfied with opportunities for advancement

• 65% would recommend working at their company to others

• 72% are proud to work for their company

Company Size Matters

Factors contributing to engagement levels differ between small and large companies.

Small companies:

• Dedicated learning and developing

• Clear link between work and a company’s objectives

Large companies:

• Open and honest two-way communications

• Involvement in work decisions

The Job:

On the basis of being passionate about the everyday work and enjoying the routine tasks and day-to-day roles

• 50% think their work environment is designed for their jobs’ success

• 71% enjoy the tasks and responsibilities of their jobs

• 74% are passionate about the work they do every day

Important reminder:

Engaged employees are proud to work for their company and remain passionate about the work they do every day on the job.

What Doesn’t Matter:

• Compensation and benefits

• Work/life balance

• Cooperation with others

• Close relationships

Managing People:

In those companies, employees who managed over 5 people showed a higher level of engagement. Additionally, 64% of engaged employees think their manager is an outstanding leader.

Factors that Affect Turnover:

• Lack of a promising future

• Absence of personal accomplishment

• Insufficient compensation

• Dissatisfaction with opportunities

• Bad cultural fit

• Little to no training

• Work/life balance

• LACK OF ENGAGEMENT