The Importance of Empowerment in Increasing Employee Engagement: lessons from a Survey

The link between workplace engagement and performance is increasingly central to corporate management strategies. A survey has shown that employee satisfaction and organisational effectiveness are closely linked to how involved and supported employees feel. The survey found that 15-20 percent of employees are fully engaged, while a survey of an international sample of 86,000 respondents showed that at least 80 percent of Germans have problems with top management, with the most common reason being a lack of involvement in decision-making processes.

The Survey and its Relevance

According to the survey, the main reasons for lack of employee engagement include unacknowledged results, lack of involvement in decisions and unheeded suggestions. This points to the fact that employees not only expect to be recognised, but also want to be an active part of the company’s decision-making.

Empowerment and Building Trust

Empowerment is a key element of modern organisational culture. Involving employees in decision-making processes and giving them the opportunity to make their own decisions not only increases their sense of responsibility, but also builds trust between management and employees. This trust boosts employee motivation, improves morale in the workplace and, last but not least, improves company performance.

The Role of Management

The managerial role is changing in the modern workplace. Managers need to listen more, pay attention to what employees have to say and give them the opportunity to be directly involved in solving problems. This empathy and understanding strengthens team cohesion and encourages employees to contribute proactively to the success of the company.

Summary

The results of the survey and the adaptation of Maslow’s pyramid in the workplace show that there is a strong link between employee engagement and organisational success. AgadoPro Academy programmes reinforce this link, supporting employees to become active participants in company life, with long-term positive effects for the organisation as a whole. Empathy, empowerment and employee engagement are essential factors for successful companies of the future.