New Study Identifies Strong Relationships and Growth Opportunities as Key to Positive Employee Experience
TL;DR
Organizations can gain a competitive edge by focusing on strong employee relationships and growth opportunities.
HR.com's study reveals key factors like camaraderie, purpose, and learning that positively impact employee experience.
Creating positive work environments with support for employees leads to enhanced experiences and long-term success.
HR.com's research emphasizes the importance of fostering connections, value, and empowerment in the workplace for employee well-being.
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A new research study by HR.com's HR Research Institute demonstrates that strong workplace relationships and opportunities for professional growth form the foundation of positive employee experience. The report, HR.com's Future of Human Experience 2025, reveals that organizations with superior employee experience achieve significantly stronger outcomes including higher engagement, productivity, and innovation levels.
The research identifies camaraderie and friendships with coworkers as the top factor positively impacting employee experience, cited by 59% of respondents. This is followed by a sense of meaning and purpose in work (51%) and opportunities to learn and grow (49%). Despite understanding these critical factors, only 41% of respondents rate their organization's employee experience as very good, indicating a substantial gap between awareness and implementation.
Major obstacles preventing organizations from creating consistently positive experiences include heavy workloads (51%), limited opportunities for advancement (47%), and employee burnout (47%). These challenges highlight the disconnect between what employees need to thrive and what many organizations currently provide. Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com, emphasized that employees flourish when they feel connected, valued, and supported, yet employers frequently underestimate the importance of cultivating a positive work environment.
The comprehensive findings provide a roadmap for organizations seeking to enhance employee experiences and drive long-term success. The research indicates that addressing these fundamental human needs in the workplace is not merely beneficial but essential for organizational performance and sustainability. The full report offers detailed insights and practical recommendations for HR leaders looking to overcome these persistent challenges and create work environments where employees can reach their full potential.
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