Do you consider your company flexible in meeting the needs of your employees? If you were, would an employee engagement survey reveal glowing reviews because of it? 

There are obviously lots of factors that contribute to an employee feeling engaged. A recent study, WorldatWork's Survey on Workplace Flexibility 2013, explored the impact that flexibility has on employee engagement.

Their data shows that most companies stated that workplace flexibility has had a positive or extremely positive impact on engagement (85 per cent), motivation (84 per cent) and satisfaction (92 per cent).

Their research also shows that most would say there is a positive or extremely positive effect of flexibility programs on:

  • Employee engagement (64 per cent)
  • Employee motivation (65 per cent)
  • Employee satisfaction (73 per cent)

“Overall, the survey shows that employers are continuing to utilize workplace flexibility programs,” said Rose Stanley of WorldatWork.

“It appears to work best in those organizations where the concept of flexibility is part of the organization's culture and where employees feel free to request flexibility as needed.”

This makes a lot of sense, as being flexible in offering options such as a work-from-home-program can tell your employees that you trust their work and you’re willing to accommodate them. 

Want to know how engaged your employees are? Contact us to find out what an employee engagement survey can do for your company.