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Q1 Report

2025 Employee Engagement Trends & Forecasts

Based on expert analysis from Inspirus' industry thought leaders, this report dives into what we see trending for the first quarter of 2025, and our vision of how these trends will impact the future of our industry and our clients’ programs.

These trends and forecasts cover current business critical topics that HR professionals need to know:
 
  • Top Business Initiatives HR Leaders Can Support in 2025
  • Simple Ways to Navigate Political Polarization in the Workplace
  • DE&I at a Crossroads: Navigating Shifting Priorities and Policies
  • Effective Strategies to Relieve the 'Great Detachment'

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2025 Employee Engagement Trends: Q1

Welcome to Inspirus’ 2025 Q1 Employee Engagement Trends Report. The start of a new year brings fresh opportunities and challenges, and we’re excited to have you join us as we explore the HR trends shaping the workforce in 2025. Whether you’re a long-time reader or diving in for the first time, this report is designed to help you navigate the evolving world of employee engagement with confidence.

As 2025 begins, business growth has emerged as a top priority for CEOs, and HR leaders are uniquely positioned to help them achieve this goal. By driving productivity, retaining top talent and implementing strategic initiatives, HR teams can directly contribute to the organizational growth and stability that businesses strive to achieve.

At the same time, the state of diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is undergoing significant changes, reflecting a broader shift in workplace priorities. Many large organizations have publicly declared reductions in their DE&I initiatives, signaling a retreat from previous commitments. Likewise, the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) also announced in 2024 that it would focus solely on inclusion and diversity (I&D), removing equity from its framework entirely.

Adding to these challenges is the ongoing 'Great Detachment'. Recent research reveals that fewer American workers feel engaged at work compared to the higher levels seen between 2018 and 2021. Heightened stress and burnout are driving this trend, leaving employees feeling disconnected and unmotivated in the workplace. HR leaders must prioritize building a supportive workplace environment that fosters connection, purpose and well-being to reverse these trends and help re-engage their workforce.

In addition to these trends, this year also marks the start of a new administration under President Trump, likely bringing changes to workplace regulations and labor laws. Amidst this transition, HR leaders must focus on unifying and fostering a workplace culture that is rooted in respect, recognizing that employees may have mixed emotions during this period, and remain proactive in monitoring regulatory changes.

As we kick off the new year, HR professionals will remain at the forefront of tackling these opportunities and challenges. From supporting organizational growth to navigating political shifts, adapting to evolving DE&I priorities and combating disengagement, HR teams will play an important role in building thriving workplaces and driving organizational success.

In the sections that follow, we’ll dive deeper into these trends, offering actionable insights to help you empower your workforce and position your organization for success in the first quarter of 2025 and beyond.

Discover 4 Critical HR Trends That Will Transform Your Workforce in 2025

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Top Business Initiatives HR Leaders Can Support in 2025

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Simple Ways to Navigate Political Polarization in the Workplace

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DE&I at a Crossroads: Navigating Shifting Priorities and Policies

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Effective Strategies to Relive the 'Great Detachment'

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