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Engagement and Retention Report

Engagement and Retention Report

Step into Achievers’ APAC regional report to discover how recognition, trust, and meaningful support can deepen connection and strengthen commitment.

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The gaps shaping engagement

Inside the employee experience in APAC:

18%

feel appreciated and valued

17%

feel connected to company values

25%

feel their work is meaningful

Engagement and Retention Reports: APAC insights

2026 Engagement and Retention Report

Engagement in APAC is reaching a breaking point, with appreciation, belonging, and well-being falling behind. Find out what employees need most right now — and how leaders can respond with clarity and impact.

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Key takeaways

Less than 1 in 5 employees feel connected to company values

While monthly recognition is common, many employees say they’re never recognised at all

HR and business leaders must create a culture where work feels meaningful and valued

When employees are recognised weekly, they are:

15x

less likely to say that compensation is the number-one reason they would job hunt

2024 Engagement and Retention Report

Employees want more than a paycheck — they want to feel supported, valued, and connected. Emotional salary factors like recognition and growth play a role in whether people stay committed, feel motivated, and see a future with the organisation.

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Key takeaways

65% of employees have one foot out the door

More than half of HR leaders struggle to attract and retain the right talent

Emotional salary — not pay alone — drives real commitment

Employees recognised monthly are:

22%

less likely to say that compensation is the number-one reason they would job hunt

2023 Engagement and Retention Report

Employees want more choice in how they work —with flexibility shaping engagement, belonging, and loyalty more than ever. But without clear structure and strong listening, hybrid environments risk becoming the least engaging version of flexible work.

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Key takeaways

Leaders have a real opportunity to rethink culture and build belonging

Hybrid workers struggle most with engagement and belonging without clear structure

Employees with strong belonging are:

19%

less likely to plan to job hunt, and more than 2x as likely to feel a strong sense of belonging

2022 Engagement and Retention Report

The workforce is stretched and searching for stability, and leaders are under pressure to guide them through unprecedented change. To cut through the noise, they need to strengthen engagement and build a workplace where people feel safe, valued, and ready to stay.

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Key takeaways

66% of employees say they might job hunt

Career progression is one of the leading causes of turnover

The impact of belonging:

52%

of employees say they stay in a job because they feel valued and supported

2021 Engagement and Retention Report

Employees are rethinking what they want from work as burnout and fading connection push many to consider leaving. It’s up to leaders to prioritise clarity, recognition, and genuine support, so they can rebuild trust and keep people engaged.

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Key takeaways

Nearly half of employees feel less connected

Work-life balance and recognition are major drivers of retention and turnover

The impact of stronger culture:

66%

of employees would be more engaged at work if employers improved company culture

2020 Engagement and Retention Report

Employees are overwhelmed by uncertainty and are searching for stability, connection, and trust. Organisations that listen, act, and recognise people consistently are in a better position to rebuild engagement and retain talent.

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Key takeaways

Feeling undervalued is the second-highest factor hindering engagement

For recognition to feel meaningful, it must include employees at every company level

What employees are saying:

82%

want to be recognised more for their contributions, with only 13% of employees recognised more than monthly

Beyond APAC: the full picture

See how engagement trends compare and where recognition has an impact.

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Learn how employees across EMEA feel about connection, culture, and recognition.

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