Current Methods And Trends In Employee Engagement

Employee engagement does not have one definitive definition. However, it can be summarized as the extent to which a worker is committed to an organization, how passionate he/she is about their job, and how much effort they put into their work. Employee engagement looks at the entire organization to gauge how employee expectations have changed and how engaged they are in their jobs. A firm with an engaged workforce is more likely to outperform its competitors making this trend a must-have in the coming year.

Robust People Analytics Database

People analytics refers to collecting and combining employees’ perceptions, behaviors, and their impact on performance. When data is collected, managers can then decide how to delegate responsibilities to increase engagement. In the coming year, people analytics will be its own department with the main focus being work efficiency, turnover, and the employee issues that drive customer satisfaction and retention. Businesses will rely on collected data to prevent work shortcomings by determining when an employee’s drive might lessen or when an employee might consider leaving.

Work/ Life Blend

A hefty paycheck no longer motivates employees. Employees are looking for meaningful and significant job placements over a paycheck. Top companies are embracing flexibility. Current managers are increasingly accepting the fact that many job functions can be conducted anywhere and at any time. There is no longer a need for workers to come into the office every day from 9 am to 5 pm. Companies that do not implement this trend will face issues with employee retention as skilled employees will migrate to competing firms that offer flexibility and meaning.

Embracing Technology (Feedback apps, Annual Performance Reviews, etc. )

One of the most significant HR trends we have seen is the introduction of HR technology methods such as feedback apps, social networking tools, and annual performance review apps. These apps will advance and quicken the performance evaluation method by regularly checking in on employees to have a better understanding of critical areas they find challenging.

Re-Engaging Gen X Employees

Gen X employees are back in demand. Re-engaging the older workforce is less expensive than searching for new talent in a pool of millennials. Focusing on Gen X will offer your company stability, experience, and longer work-span (Gen X are more likely to stick with a job and see it through as opposed to Gen Y. Hiring older workers will add value to a business because mature workers address their weaknesses, are aware of their strength, and are not afraid to speak up or try something new. Gen X workers are also great team players, they know how to lead, and can create sustainable outcomes. Give older workers a chance in the coming year.