Employee Engagement: HR News, Trends & Workplace Insights

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Updated on: Sep 2026
Dr. Praveen Purohit: Is the Traditional Engagement Model Still Enough?
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Dr. Praveen Purohit: Is the Traditional Engagement Model Still Enough?

Is the traditional employee engagement model still relevant? What do you believe will matter most to employees in the next two to three years, and how should CHROs rethink engagement? Responding to this, Dr. Praveen Purohit, CHRO, VAML, said: The question today is not whether employee engagement matters. It unquestionably does. The real question is […]

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Employee Engagement Hits 5-Year Low as Managers “Check Out”
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Employee Engagement Hits 5-Year Low as Managers “Check Out”

A new global benchmark report has sent shockwaves through the corporate world, revealing that employee engagement has plummeted to just 20% worldwide. According to Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace: 2026 Report, this marks the second consecutive year of decline, bringing engagement to its lowest level since 2020. Economists warn that this “engagement slump” is costing the global […]

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How Mental Wellbeing Initiatives Strengthen Engagement and Boost Productivity
Wellness & Health

How Mental Wellbeing Initiatives Strengthen Engagement and Boost Productivity

As per a recent McKinsey research paper, since the inception of Covid, almost 42% of global workforce has reported some degree of deterioration in mental health. Employee mental wellbeing is becoming a key focus area for employers considering the challenges of hybrid working, evolving technologies like generative AI endangering jobs & increased burn-out rates at […]

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How to Budget for Employee Recognition: Pricing Models, Must-Have Features, and ROI
Reward & Recognition

How to Budget for Employee Recognition: Pricing Models, Must-Have Features, and ROI

Implementing employee recognition is vital for nurturing a positive workplace culture and boosting productivity. Startups must navigate the complexities of employee recognition pricing to enhance engagement while managing costs. This guide explores essential aspects and strategies for integrating effective recognition programs. Employee recognition plays a critical role in cultivating a thriving work environment, driving both […]

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IIFL Finance CHRO Preeti on Tackling Employee Engagement Drop
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IIFL Finance CHRO Preeti on Tackling Employee Engagement Drop

Preeti Kannan, at IIFL Finance, is a seasoned HR leader known for blending psychological insight with strategic people leadership. She shapes people strategies that align culture, capability, and business goals amid rapid transformation. At IIFL, she leads workplace well-being, leadership development, talent management, and engagement. With experience across Kotak Mahindra Bank, Bajaj Finserv, Fujitsu, and […]

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How Different Generations See Employee Engagement: Gen Z to X
Culture & Behaviour

How Different Generations See Employee Engagement: Gen Z to X

For a long time, people thought employee engagement meant engagement activities or events. While the events play an important role, employee engagement is much more than that. It means how connected and motivated people feel at work. It shows how much they care about their job, the company, and its goals. This idea has changed […]

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Turning employee feedback into actionable insights that drive value
Culture & Behaviour

Turning employee feedback into actionable insights that drive value

In times of ambiguity—when markets shake, business models strain, and talent churn feels like a sneaky leak in the hull—employee feedback is not a “nice-to-have” but a lifeline. It’s the thermometer, compass and barometer for any organization that wants to stay alive, adaptive, and human. But as many organizations discover, collecting feedback is the easy […]

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Smriti Mathur on Career Development: Skills, Strategy, Awareness
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Smriti Mathur on Career Development: Skills, Strategy, Awareness

In Conversation with Smriti Mathur, Vice President, People India & Global Talent Advisory, Pegasystems India, on Career Development With over 20 years of leadership experience across the USA and India, Smriti is a seasoned HR professional with expertise in Business Advisory, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, and Learning & Development. She joined Pegasystems in 2021 as […]

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The Product-Led Shift: Why Employee Experience Needs PMs
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The Product-Led Shift: Why Employee Experience Needs PMs

At GoKwik, we’ve reached a pivotal realization: employee experience (EX) isn’t a soft HR metric to be measured once a year through generic surveys. It’s a sophisticated product that demands the same rigorous approach we apply to our customer-facing solutions—continuous design, systematic testing, data-driven measurement, and relentless improvement. This shift in perspective isn’t just semantic. […]

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