Better conversations drive deeper engagement. While 1:1 conversations are a fairly common practice at many organizations, most fall short today. Overall, 60% of employees feel that their current model of check-in conversations isn’t totally working for them. Nearly one-third of employees want these meetings with managers to focus more on their goals and milestones; close to one third want them to be more oriented around growth and development; and about another third want more time to collaborate on projects. Of the 60% who are dissatis昀椀ed, 28% said they wish 1:1 conversations were held more often, while less than two in 10 expressed a desire for less Goal progress increases by an average frequent touchpoints. of 30% when performance programs An emphasis on employee growth and development, and the tools to include the use of conversations, document and support those plans, were a consistent theme among our feedback, and recognition. survey respondents. Not only do employees want more investment from their managers around career development opportunities, employers see a major boost in employee engagement when they equip employees with the tools they need to map and track those aspirations. According to an analysis of customer data, Betterworks found that goal progress increases by an average of 30% when performance programs include the use of conversations, feedback, and recognition. How Goal-Setting Drives Employee Engagement and Retention