Voice of the Workforce: Balancing Engagement, Burnout and Benefits in a Changing Workforce

Today’s workforce is highly engaged, but it’s just as highly stressed and restless. While 92% of employees say they are fully committed to their jobs and company mission, 79% say they are burned out—feeling overworked, undervalued and insecure about their futures. Employees give their all, but they’re not getting the employee deal they expect in return—and that’s pushing many to jump ship in a bid for better opportunities—and to continue jumping until they find it. 

The story of this year’s Voice of the Workforce report is one of employees and managers balancing the heavy weight of burnout, job insecurity and a benefits gap. Data from our fourth-annual survey of more than 1,000 fulltime employees in the U.S. reveals a workforce that is committed, but deeply restless and worried—from line-level employees all the way up to executives. 

As pressures around skills development, job security and the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) continue to grow, employers must address this imbalance or risk destabilizing their workforce. The solution lies in offering flexible work arrangements, personalized benefits and targeted support to meet the diverse needs of a multigenerational workforce. By tailoring their approach to these challenges, organizations can retain their best talent, foster loyalty and boost productivity.

This year’s survey uncovers five top takeaways that outline the core struggles facing today’s employees, from burnout to a growing benefits gap. These takeaways emphasize the need for both better support systems and flexible solutions to create more sustainable and fulfilling employee experiences.

See the Report.