Gallup’s newly released 2025 “State of the Global Workplace” report sends a strong warning to the global business community regarding employee engagement. Organizations must now take more decisive steps toward sustainable success and effective talent management.
Engagement Is Declining, Silent Disengagement Is Growing
Global employee engagement has dropped from 23% to 21%, returning to the lowest levels seen during the pandemic.
This is not just a numerical decline; it is a strong signal that organizations are quietly losing emotional connection with their people.
Manager engagement also declined from 30% to 27%, with sharper decreases among managers under 35 and among female leaders.
This highlights that leadership development is no longer an individual need, but a strategic organizational priority.
Employees Are Seeking Direction
Only 33% of employees now describe themselves as “thriving.”
Additionally, one out of every two employees (50%) is actively looking for new opportunities.
Organizations must move beyond instinctive actions and adopt a data-driven, strategic approach to managing engagement.
Leadership Development Must Be Prioritized
Leadership development is not a side project; it is a fundamental pillar for sustaining employee engagement.
Organizations must not only assign responsibility to managers but also provide them with strong support and growth opportunities.
In an era where emotional commitment is weakening, rebuilding engagement requires data-driven leadership, open communication, and meaningful employee experiences.
Gallup’s 2025 data clearly shows that employee engagement and leadership development must move beyond operational targets and become strategic imperatives.
The report also highlights that employees who find meaning in their work and have strong support networks show significantly higher engagement rates.
Organizations that foster trust, inclusion, and development opportunities outperform global engagement averages.
Moreover, the report emphasizes that organizations must adopt a holistic approach to employee experience — not just focus on survey results.
Gallup’s insights make it clear:
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Employee engagement is more than just a KPI.
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Leadership development is the foundation of organizational health.
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Psychological safety is essential for sustainable performance.
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