Here at Pavelka, we’ve all been troubled by the latest report from Gallup (and others), which looks at the state of the global workplace in 2024.
If you still haven’t read them, here’s a quick rundown of the findings. It’s a startling picture…
- A staggering 77% of the global workforce is either actively disengaged or not engaged at all*
- 64% say they experienced toxic behavior**
- 83% say they would take a pay cut to be happier at work***
…and that’s just the start.
These are more than just statistics – they’re a wake-up call for leaders everywhere.
But how do you begin to face this challenge?
Accept it, own it, but know it’s not your fault
It’s important to know – acceptance is always the first step towards positive change.
As a leader, you must first acknowledge that these shocking new levels of disengagement exist – and the people you know are unhappy, stressed and disengaged.
But also know this. What’s being reported is a systemic issue, not a collection of individual problems.
These reports have revealed that all our workplaces, as a whole, are failing to meet the most fundamental needs of our people and their wellbeing.
This means it’s not your fault. Because it’s also a problem for leaders just like you, in many other organizations all around the world.
And while it’s not your fault, you do have to do something about it.
Download the guide
Want to know your next steps? Where can you go from here?
To help you get a head start – we’ve put together a comprehensive new guide called:
A Guide to Transforming Employee Engagement.
Guide Download ➡️ Here!
More to come…
This is a huge topic. And these reports are going to be our focus for the next few months here at Pavelka.
Please do keep checking in with our blogs for the latest workplace updates.
By first accepting the current reality, you’re already on your way to turn the tide. It means you’ll be ready to make real, impactful changes for you and the people in your teams.
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Sources:
*Gallup State of the Global Workplace Report 2024
