When employee engagement numbers stabilize, it’s easy for leadership teams to take a sigh of relief. But stable numbers don't automatically mean your workforce is aligned or resilient.

Data from the 2026 Perceptyx Benchmark Report — spanning 23 million survey responses — reveals a surprising truth: beneath steady engagement scores lies a widening gap in leadership trust and confidence in change. Employees aren't necessarily disengaged; they are simply unconvinced that their organizations are equipped for the future.

Produced in partnership with ReWorked, this session features Perceptyx experts Bradley Wilson, Ph.D., Global Head, Workforce Insights & Innovation, and Zachary Warman, M.S., Senior Behavioral Scientist, breaking down the findings.

Key Takeaways: 

• Strong engagement scores can hide deeper issues. Learn why organizations should look beyond traditional engagement metrics to uncover declining trust, confidence, and employee commitment.

• Change management is now a primary driver of engagement. Discover how clear communication, transparency, and employee involvement can strengthen engagement during periods of constant change.

• Leadership trust and belonging fuel resilience. Explore why confidence in leadership and a strong sense of belonging have become critical predictors of employee retention and performance.

• AI adoption succeeds when people are part of the strategy. Understand how organizations can introduce AI and other workplace changes in ways that build confidence, reduce uncertainty, and keep employees engaged.