Amid global decline, Filipino workers among most driven

Filipinos are the most engaged employees in Southeast Asia on average for the past three years, but they are also the loneliest and the most likely to be job hunting, according to the latest State of the Global Workplace report.

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Global analytics and advisory firm Gallup released its 2025 report in April, revealing a drop in global employee engagement from 23% in 2023 to 21% in 2024.

The decline was largely attributed to managers falling short in connecting with employees, encouraging development and supporting productivity. The report also noted a decline in the well-being of older managers during the same period.

But what does an engaged worker look like?

Gallup defines engaged employees as those who feel they are thriving at work and are "highly involved and enthusiastic," with their basic needs met, learning opportunities, and a sense of belonging in the workplace.