Do you feel engaged at work? Are you focused and motivated? Or are you stressed to the max, doing the bare minimum, and waiting for each day to end?
💡 According to the 2024 State of the Global Workplace Report, only 23% of employees worldwide are engaged at work. The report highlights a critical connection between low engagement and worsening mental health, including rising levels of stress, burnout, and loneliness.
Stress in the workplace is at an all-time high—41% of employees experience stress daily. Chronic stress not only diminishes job satisfaction but also leads to increased absenteeism and burnout 😢
Actively disengaged employees are more likely to experience negative emotions, including stress, sadness, anger, and loneliness.
This paradox reveals that, in a time of unprecedented technological and economic progress, our mental health is rapidly declining ⤵️
What can organizations do to boost engagement?
🏫 Improve management practices: effective leadership training, goal setting, and regular feedback are essential in building more engaged teams. Engaged managers foster environments where employees feel connected, valued, and supported, which directly impacts engagement and productivity.
❤️ Invest in coaching: coaching provides personalized support, helping employees develop strategies to manage stress, build resilience, and enhance engagement. A coaching culture that prioritizes employee wellbeing can dramatically improve retention, job satisfaction, and overall productivity.
🤗 Promote social connection: loneliness and isolation, especially among remote workers, are significant barriers to engagement. Encouraging social interactions, team-building activities, and building a sense of community can help combat these feelings and create a more connected, supportive workforce.
How can you increase your own engagement and reduce stress?
🖼️ Set boundaries and prioritize self-care: managing stress starts with setting boundaries between work and personal life. Prioritize breaks, exercise, and sleep to maintain energy and focus.
🪴 Seek feedback and professional development: don’t hesitate to ask for feedback or explore professional development opportunities. Learning new skills can re-energize your role and increase your job satisfaction.
🫂 Stay connected: actively participate in team activities and reach out to colleagues. Small actions, like checking in with a teammate, can reduce feelings of loneliness and create connection.
The research is clear: coaching is a powerful tool to navigate the challenges of today’s workplace, offering personalized strategies to boost engagement, reduce stress, and help you thrive at work.
After working with me, my clients have significantly increased their engagement and even transitioned into new roles where they feel more aligned and motivated.
Coaching provides the targeted support needed to identify what’s holding you back, develop resilience, and take meaningful steps toward a more fulfilling and productive work experience 🚀
Ready to reclaim your sense of purpose and boost your engagement? Book a free introductory coaching session today to discover how coaching can help you thrive in both work and life.
Lots of love,
Anna
