Built on insights from more than 80,000 employees across 115 countries, this neuroscience informed study goes beyond surface level engagement scores to understand what people actually experience at work — emotionally and practically.
The findings are clear. While the fundamentals of work remain largely sound, recognition, career progression and feeling genuinely heard continue to fall short. This growing acknowledgement gap has a direct impact on loyalty, advocacy and performance.
The report gives leaders the clarity they need to move away from one size fits all engagement tactics, towards more human, life stage aware approaches that build resilience and drive sustainable growth.
What the report reveals
• How engagement changes over time
• The acknowledgement gap across employee groups
• The key to unlocking workplace productivity
• The vital role of inspiration and how to nurture it