This 2026 report by HR.com and Motivosity examines how culture, connection, recognition, and leadership shape retention, engagement, and performance. Based on 5,538 global responses, it finds 83% stay primarily for culture and people, yet many face poor communication, low recognition, and limited leadership trust. Culture leaders significantly outperform laggards in recognition frequency, trust, happiness, and revenue growth. The study highlights gaps in engagement tracking, eNPS awareness, and turnover data, and emphasizes flexibility, perks, and cross-team connection as key drivers of satisfaction and retention.

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