Over two-thirds of American employees are not engaged in their work. This epidemic of disengagement poses a serious problem to employers, who lose an incredible $450 billion to $550 billion in productivity a year because their employees are not “enthusiastic about and committed to their work and workplace.”
The good news is that awareness of this crisis has led to positive steps forward. More companies than ever before are granting employees greater flexibility by allowing them to telecommute. A trend of “unlimited vacation” is also on the rise and wellness perks, such as free gym memberships and subsidized massages, are increasingly common.
