Singapore’s employee engagement levels remain concerningly low, with only 14% of employees engaged at work, according to a recent Gallup report.
This figure is significantly below the Southeast Asia regional average of 26% and the global average of 21%. Despite a slight increase of 1 percentage point over a three-year rolling average, the numbers highlight a persistent challenge for Singaporean workplaces.
Employee engagement is crucial as it reflects the involvement and enthusiasm of employees in their work and workplace. Gallup estimates that low engagement costs the global economy a staggering $9.6 trillion, equivalent to 9% of global GDP. This underscores the importance of addressing engagement issues to enhance productivity and economic performance.
Gallup’s report also highlights best practices from organisations with higher engagement rates. These organisations boast an impressive 76% engagement among managers and 67% among non-managers. Key strategies include prioritising manager hiring and development, integrating engagement throughout the employee life cycle, and promoting employee wellbeing at work.
The findings suggest that Singaporean companies may need to adopt similar strategies to improve engagement levels. As the global economy continues to grapple with the financial impact of low engagement, enhancing employee involvement could be a vital step towards boosting productivity and economic growth.
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