Employee Engagement Is Key to Retention

Happy, engaged employees.

In today’s competitive business world, employee retention is a major concern for companies of all sizes. In fact, in 2017, 87% of human resource leaders across the nation said retaining employees was a critical priority for their organization, according to Fortune, and 42% of employers worry they won’t be able to find the talent they need, Indeed.com reported. With hundreds of job opportunities easily accessible on job sites, apps and social media at the touch of a finger, now more than ever organizations are searching for solutions to keep their employees satisfied in a fluid job market.

While improving employee retention is a high priority for human resources leaders, several roadblocks can prevent organizations from elevating the employee experience. Competing business priorities, a lack of resources and limited executive support can all hinder organizations from implementing effective employee retention programs, according to Business 2 Community. However, these challenges can be overcome if leaders at every level of the company buy in to the importance of employee retention.