The Link Between Managers and Worker Satisfaction
Remarkably, all five of these experiences are significantly influenced by a single factor: managers. According to Gallup, the manager or team leader alone accounts for 70% of the variance in team engagement. The solution to the growing problem of job dissatisfaction, disengagement, and burnout lies in having better leaders in the workplace.
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Jim Harter, Chief Scientist of Workplace Management and Wellbeing at Gallup, emphasizes the pivotal role of managers in employee wellbeing. He states that managers must ensure that employees understand their roles, receive recognition for good work, feel cared for, and have opportunities for future development. Building trust is essential, and it starts with these elements.
