Based on insights from 12,000 U.S. employees, this report uncovers today’s biggest cultural challenges: fragile engagement, rising turnover, and widespread recognition gaps. Nearly half of employees are eyeing new jobs, while one in three feel like “just another number.”
Packed with data, case studies, and practical checklists, this report gives HR leaders actionable strategies to strengthen communication, boost recognition, and reduce attrition.
Key findings include:
Engagement is fragile: Only half of employees believe engagement is a priority at their company, yet over 70% say they must feel engaged to stay long-term.
Turnover is surging: Nearly half of employees plan to look for a new job within three months, driven by layoffs, job insecurity, burnout, and inflexible work arrangements.
Recognition gaps persist: One in three employees feel like “just another number,” with recognition too infrequent and unequally distributed across teams and demographics.
For HR professionals seeking to raise the bar on culture, this report offers a roadmap of quick wins, medium-term initiatives, and long-term solutions to create workplaces where people thrive—and stay.
Download now to see what employees expect in 2025—and how HR can deliver.
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