Employee Engagement: The difference between the ordinary and the good organisations! The competition for talent is high in the job market. So, retention of good employees can’t be taken for granted. Not in this connected world of 2023. Companies create detailed employee engagement programs. This is where SME organisations are weak. And must work towards engaging the workforce. A high level of employee engagement leads to increased productivity, efficiency and profitability. Reduced employee turnover, and a stronger organisational culture, too. When employees feel appreciated, valued and connected to their work, they are much more likely to stay with employers. This saves significant time, money and resources that would otherwise be spent on recruitment and training of new employees. In short, SMEs must make employee engagement a priority! Let’s underline one thing here: Employees don’t ask for expensive treats; they want the respect and intent of the company. They appreciate that the organisation looks to them as human beings and takes care of their other needs. And not just look to them as work-horses. Companies employ a variety of employee engagement activities. Some of the most popular are: — recognition programs — providing meaningful feedback — opportunities for growth