A look into our 2026 Global Culture Report

Despite billions spent, employee engagement has increased less than 0.5% each year for nearly two decades. So what’s a better metric?

Explore employee and workplace culture metrics specific to more than 20 countries around the world.

By satisfying three psychological needs, organizations can create more employee peak experiences and improve numerous cultural outcomes.

The probability of great work increases at least 18x when employee recognition is tailored to individuals and integrated across the organization.

Organizational cultures face several big challenges. Employees’ sense of purpose, opportunity, and success all fell 14% or more in the last year.

Covid took a toll on interactions, but if team members develop above-average connections, their organization is 11x more likely to thrive.

Work will increasingly be done where employees want to do it. And that’s not necessarily 100% remote. The keys are flexibility and connection.

The role of HR today is only a fraction of what it will be in years to come. We have four practical suggestions to help prepare for it.

Global Appendix

Explore employee and workplace culture metrics specific to more than 20 countries around the world.

Turn Recognition Into Real Connection

The role of HR today is only a fraction of what it will be in years to come. We have four practical suggestions to help prepare for it.