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Managerial engagement refers to how effectively managers motivate, support, and communicate with their people to create an environment where employees feel connected to their work and to the organisation’s goals. It is one of the strongest predictors of overall employee engagement and organisational performance.
At Best Companies, our research shows that the relationship employees have with their manager consistently influences how proud, motivated, and committed they feel. Strong managerial engagement leads to better collaboration, higher productivity, and stronger retention.
Engaged People Leaders create teams that are:
1. Motivated and Purpose‑Driven
Great people managers communicate with clarity, helping employees understand how their role contributes to organisational success.
2. Confident They’re Heard
Two‑way communication is critical. Employees feel engaged when managers listen, respond, collaborate and take action on feedback.
3. Supported to Grow
Ongoing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities help people reach their potential.
4. Built on Trust
Trust forms the foundation of strong team performance. Employees thrive when their People Leaders are honest, empathetic, and consistent.
These behaviours significantly strengthen employee engagement and shape a positive culture.
To help organisations develop more engaging managers, Best Companies created Elevate - our latest management development solution built around proven behaviours that drive engagement.
✔ Data‑driven development
Elevate integrates directly with insights from your b‑Heard survey, enabling targeted support where it’s needed most.
✔ Practical, behaviour‑focused learning
Content is designed around everyday scenarios that help People Leaders build the skills that truly impact engagement.
✔ Scalable and accessible for all managers
Whether new to management or highly experienced, Elevate offers flexible learning that fits into busy schedules.
Improving manager capability is one of the most impactful ways to improve employee engagement and overall organisational health. Elevate provides everything your People Leaders need to lead more effectively and create teams where people feel valued, motivated, and supported.
