02 May Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace 2025
Gallup’s State of the Global Workplace 2025 report offers a sobering look at global employee engagement. Just 21% of employees are engaged at work. Even more alarming, manager engagement has dropped to 27%, with young and female managers reporting the steepest decline. As AI accelerates workplace disruption, it’s also putting pressure on people leaders who are underprepared and overwhelmed.
The data validates what we’ve always known: mentoring is one of the most powerful, human-centered tools for employee engagement, development, and retention. In a world of burnout, disengagement, and rapid change, one thing is clear—human connection is the antidote.
The State of Work in 2025: Disengagement and Disruption
Gallup’s findings paint a concerning picture:
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Manager engagement is at a breaking point, with only 44% of managers receiving proper training—despite influencing 70% of team engagement.
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A culture of disconnection is taking root, as 50% of employees are either watching for or actively seeking a new job.
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The emotional climate at work is deteriorating, with increases in stress, sadness, and loneliness.
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The future of work demands human-centered development, especially as AI transforms job expectations and skills.
Why Menttium Matters More Than Ever
Gallup’s research underscores the urgent need for solutions that foster resilience, connection, and leadership. Menttium delivers exactly that. Here’s how:
1. Re-Engaging Managers with Purpose and Development
Menttium’s mentoring experiences help managers reclaim a sense of meaning, purpose, and perspective. Our offerings support:
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Psychological safety
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Emotional resilience
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Career ownership
By empowering managers to grow—not just manage—we help reverse the disengagement trend from the inside out.
2. Bridging Disconnection with Mentoring and Inclusion
Our internal and cross-company mentoring experiences build bridges across organizations by creating safe, inclusive spaces for authentic conversation and support. Through guided, relationship-based learning, employees:
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Feel seen, heard, and valued
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Rebuild trust in their workplace community
3. Equipping Leaders for Complexity and Change
Menttium’s Power90 cohorts are uniquely designed for today’s evolving work reality. This leadership development experience builds:
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Self-awareness
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Effective communication
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Adaptive leadership skills
Power90 is fast, focused, and flexible—preparing leaders to navigate uncertainty and lead with clarity and intention.
The Strategic Imperative: Meeting the Moment
Disengagement is not just a productivity issue—it’s a human issue. And the solution is not more software. It’s more meaningful human connection.
With Menttium, organizations can:
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Close the manager effectiveness gap
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Retain top talent through connection and development
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Create cultures of growth, purpose, and inclusion
As Gallup’s report makes clear, the path forward isn’t just about surviving disruption—it’s about using it to unlock deeper engagement and leadership potential.
Ready to Lead Through the Noise?
Menttium’s mentoring and leadership experiences are customizable, scalable, and built for the challenges of 2025 and beyond. Whether you’re starting small or going deep, we meet your talent where they are—and help them rise.
“Menttium helps organizations reignite engagement, develop leaders at all levels, and create a culture of connection and growth in the moments that matter most.”