Manager Performance Linked to Seventy Percent of Employee Motivation Variance

By Greg Satell · Fast Company · 2026-10-26

Manager Performance Linked to Seventy Percent of Employee Motivation Variance

Fast Company reports that a staggering majority of American workers remain disengaged, often due to managers who rely on outdated leadership models. While many supervisors enter their roles with good intentions, a lack of formal development frequently leads them to prioritize tra

Fast Company reports that a staggering majority of American workers remain disengaged, often due to managers who rely on outdated leadership models. While many supervisors enter their roles with good intentions, a lack of formal development frequently leads them to prioritize tra