They’re Not Just Leaving for More Money
- Sharon Craig
- Jun 5
- 3 min read
You know the story. Someone hands in their notice, and what is the reason they give? “I’ve had another offer.” Sure, sometimes it’s about the money. But more often, it’s about something deeper.
They want to know their work matters.
They want to know there’s a future for them.
They want to feel seen, supported, and like they’re not just a number.
And here’s the kicker: when people don’t see a clear path ahead, they're out. Early exits, mid-career jumps, all that onboarding effort out the window.
The good news? It's completely fixable.
In this blog, we dive into the powerful connection between staff engagement and retention. We break down the key drivers of engagement and share actionable strategies your organisation can use to create a more connected, committed workforce. We also ‘spill the tea’ on how Myrus can support these efforts. If your goal is to reduce staff turnover and cultivate a strong, loyal team, this blog is the perfect place to start.
The Impact of Staff Engagement on Retention
A supportive and engaging work environment is crucial for both staff retention and the overall success of an organisation. Every exit represents lost time, knowledge, and momentum. And the ripple effects? Lower morale, weakened team dynamics, and a dip in productivity. If your staff feel unseen or unmotivated, it’s only a matter of time before they walk. And when they do, they take your investment with them.
The solution isn’t just perks and a paycheck, it’s about giving your staff purpose and recognition and creating a positive culture where development opportunities are on the table.
How to Increase Staff Engagement for Retention
If you want to retain top talent, you must prioritise staff engagement. Here’s how your organisation can take charge:
Provide Learning and Development Opportunities – According to recent data from the CIPD, 42% of UK organisations are now increasing their learning and development spend to help staff stick around—and we think that’s a smart move. When people can actually see how they can grow, stay on track with feedback, and feel connected to the company’s direction? They stay. They show up. And they bring others along with them.
Encourage Feedback – Providing continuous feedback to your staff is essential for maintaining engagement and building confidence. It pinpoints growth opportunities while spotlighting strengths that can be strategically utilised to hit goals.
Improve Efficiency in the Workplace – Workplace productivity can boost employee engagement by cutting down on needless workloads. Your staff are more likely to be engaged, motivated, and contribute to the company’s success when supported and equipped with the necessary tools to do their job well.
Give Recognition – Appreciation fuels emotional investment. When your staff feel genuinely valued, they’re more committed to their work and the organisation, leading to stronger performance and higher retention.
Promoting Engagement and Increasing Retention with Myrus
Meet Myrus, a sophisticated, user-friendly platform that puts you in control of your workforce. From streamlined communication, goal tracking, real-time feedback and smart learning and development tools, Myrus helps keep your staff aligned, engaged and moving in the right direction with your organisation.
We’ve built a platform that:
Connects learning with performance goals
Makes progress visible and personal
Cuts the admin so you can focus on your people
Myrus is the ultimate one-stop shop for managing staff and centralising data. Whether you aim to provide feedback, track performance, or keep staff on course with training and development programmes, Myrus does it all with ease. It cuts down time and boosts efficiency, allowing you to double down on what really counts: building a more engaged and loyal team.
If you’re losing good people faster than you’d like, we’ve written a white paper that breaks it all down: Retention Through Engagement – The Myrus Advantage in a Values-Driven Workforce
Or if you’d rather talk through it in real terms, you can book a short call here:
Let’s make staying the obvious choice.
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