Employee engagement in the U.S. fell to its lowest level in a decade last year. In response, HR leaders must increasingly consider the whole person, not just the “employee.” What matters most to them? What brings them joy?

Offering people opportunities to feed their interests, desires and aspirations is an investment that benefits both the employee and the organization. Providing moments of fulfillment, satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment opens up spaces for people to thrive.

A holistic approach to employee engagement (and education)

One way to enhance the work experience and foster higher levels of employee engagement lies in providing opportunities for skill development. This goes beyond solely focusing on technical skills. Rather, a more holistic approach involves incorporating “life” skills into the learning and development framework.

These life skills should be carefully curated to ensure they resonate with employees on multiple levels. They must be relevant to their current roles, valuable for career advancement and personally meaningful to their individual lives.

This multifaceted approach to skill-building not only enhances employees’ professional capabilities but also contributes to their personal growth and wellbeing, leading to a more fulfilling and enriching work experience.

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Source : https://hrexecutive.com/to-boost-employee-engagement-in-the-age-of-burnout-focus-on-skills-building/