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In May 2024, more than half (51%) of all U.S. employees were watching for or actively seeking a new job. Fortunately, new longitudinal research from Gallup and Workhuman finds that much of this turnover is preventable: Employees who receive high-quality recognition feel more connected to their organization's culture and are more likely to remain at their organization long term. In fact, employees who received high-quality recognition, as defined by the five pillars of strategic recognition, were 45% less likely to have left their organization after two years. Although senior leaders increasingly acknowledge the power of recognition, there is still room for growth. Currently, 46% of employees don't receive feedback from their manager as often as they'd like, and over half (55%) of U.S. employees either don't receive recognition at all or receive recognition that fails to meet any of the five pillars of strategic recognition. Explore how strategic recognition can transform your retention strategy and keep your top talent engaged for the long term. https://lnkd.in/gKdC-eQM

Is unethical behavior eroding workplaces from the inside out? Recent Gallup findings reveal nearly one in four U.S. employees say they have personally seen or have first-hand knowledge of their colleagues or manager demonstrating unethical behavior in the past year. This isn't just a moral issue — it's an engagement issue. Employees with first-hand awareness of unethical behavior in their organization are 2.7 times as likely to be actively disengaged and 2.3 times as likely to be burned out as their peers. When unethical actions go unreported, it sends a signal to everyone that unprofessional behavior is acceptable, ultimately undermining organizational culture. Commitment to maintaining ethical standards protects organizations' reputations, enhances employee engagement and drives sustainable success. Learn more about creating a culture built on unimpeachable ethics here: https://lnkd.in/g3KUCjkH

When it comes to confidence in higher education, how do Americans feel?    Gallup’s latest insights find an increasing proportion of U.S. adults say they have little or no confidence in higher education. Today, 36% of Americans express strong confidence, 32% have moderate confidence, and 32% report little or no confidence. This shift is a significant decline from 2015, when over half of Americans (57%) had strong confidence in higher education institutions, and only 10% expressed doubt.   What’s behind this change in public sentiment and what actions can educators and policymakers take to address this decline? In our newest episode of The Gallup Podcast, we explore the factors contributing to this trend and the potential impact on future talent pipelines and workforce readiness.   Get ahead of your weekend podcast listening and join us for expert insights from Gallup senior partner Stephanie Marken, Gallup senior consultant Zachary Hrynowski, The University of Toledo law professor Lee Strang, Lumina Foundation vice president of impact and planning Courtney Brown and Gallup executive producer and Justin McCarthy. Listen in below or wherever you get your podcasts: https://lnkd.in/g5pCkV7t

Is corporate activism on the decline? While an overwhelming majority of adults (95%) believe businesses have an important role to play in improving the communities in which they operate, most Americans prefer that businesses do so quietly. Americans’ support for businesses taking a public stance on current events has been declining in recent years. In 2024, 38% say businesses should take a stance, down from 41% in 2023 and 48% in 2022. And while support is waning, at least half of Americans are still interested in hearing from companies on climate change, mental health and diversity, equity and inclusion. Younger adults, people of color (particularly Black adults), women, LGBTQ+ and Democrats continue to be more likely than their peers to say businesses should take a stance. Discover more of the latest findings from Gallup and Bentley University on the role businesses play in society. https://lnkd.in/gQd4mTxr

Political conversations at work can cut both ways: They can bond employees together or push them apart. Gallup’s latest research finds that engaged employees are half as likely as actively disengaged employees to say they have felt uncomfortable because of political discussions with coworkers. This suggests that engagement may be a buffer for potentially negative experiences. Unfortunately, employee engagement hit an 11-year low in the first quarter of 2024, and people’s perceptions of being cared about at work have declined sharply since 2020. This could leave workplaces particularly vulnerable to the corrosive effect of politics as the election unfolds — especially in the lead-up to tonight’s U.S. presidential debate. The good news is that workplaces can take action to mitigate the potential negative effects of political conversations at work. Discover how here: https://lnkd.in/gguFg5ds

Gallup’s latest meta-analysis — the most comprehensive study on the employee experience — finds that the manager’s role is the most crucial in an organization. The quality of management is the driving force behind exceptional employee engagement and business success. Spanning 25 years and over 183,000 business units worldwide, the research shows that 70% of the variance in team engagement is determined solely by the manager. This means that managers have a significant impact on their team's performance and engagement, more than any other factor. The impact of a great manager goes beyond having happier employees — top-quartile teams report 23% higher profits than bottom-quartile units, as well as less absenteeism, reduced turnover and higher customer loyalty. With data from more than 64 million employees, this analysis offers a clear blueprint for leaders to understand the immense ROI of effective management practices. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gtArztaM

Whether politics is off limits or allowed at work, many Americans navigate this topic in their daily lives. A Gallup poll conducted in May finds that a majority of U.S. adults (57%) say they have at times avoided sharing their political views because of fear of harassment or poor treatment. This is more than twice the rate of those who have felt reluctant to share their religion (25%). Additionally, nearly a third of U.S. adults (31%) say they have been treated poorly or harassed in the past year because of their political views — by far, the most common of the five sources of mistreatment Gallup asked about. Americans are less likely to report being mistreated because of their gender (18%), race (16%), religion (10%) or sexual orientation (7%). Equip yourself with effective strategies to manage these conversations here: https://lnkd.in/gfQDcMBz

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly prominent in society, Americans continue to see few upsides to using it in business. Three-quarters of Americans say AI will reduce the total number of jobs in the country over the next 10 years, 85% are concerned about using AI for hiring decisions, and 77% do not trust businesses much (44%) or at all (33%) to use AI responsibly. However, there are actions businesses can take to alleviate these concerns. When asked to choose from a list of actions that businesses can take to most reduce concerns about AI, Americans most frequently say companies should be transparent about how AI is being used in business practices (57%). Full story: https://lnkd.in/gZHZXSn3

Work location undeniably shapes an employee’s experience, with fully remote (37%) and hybrid workers (36%) showing higher engagement than their on-site peers (30%). However, good managers and business practices have a much greater impact on key employee outcomes than location alone. Research from Gallup and Workhuman confirms that prioritizing the human element in workplace culture leads to significant improvements in employee wellbeing, regardless of where work is done. Explore strategies to enhance wellbeing for on-site, hybrid, and remote employees. https://lnkd.in/gWarkRtZ

As the United States celebrates Labor Day, it’s worth asking: how are American workers really feeling? Gallup's latest data reveals a troubling finding — 28% of U.S. employees report they feel burned out at work "very often" or "always,” up from 26% earlier this year. Meanwhile, only 51% report they are thriving, down two points from early 2024. Thriving employees fuel a thriving workplace — and when employees are struggling, experiencing negative emotions or feeling burned out, organizations can suffer. Stay up to date on key employee wellbeing measures including life evaluation, daily negative emotions, burnout and more: https://lnkd.in/grE3-5D7