It is not only up to the company, but even more so the leaders to create employee engagement in order to foster innovation in the workplace.

What does it mean to you to create employee engagement? Does it mean speaking up and sharing ideas? Does it mean helping others? Or does it mean something even more?

Employee engagement can extend to extracurricular activities as well. When an employee feels connected and engaged with their company and employer, they tend to be happier and more productive.

Employee engagement is directly correlated with how happy an employee is at their workplace. The more engaged an employee is, the happier they are, and more likely they are to stay at their job.

How does employee engagement relate to innovation?

All of the things we have discussed are interconnected. Each one plays a critical role in fostering innovation, from leadership and team players, to having a conducive environment; employee engagement is also a key factor in helping to foster innovation.