Abstract
Employee engagement and career development are critical aspects of human resource management that significantly influence organizational success. This conceptual paper explores the relationship between employee engagement and career development, emphasizing the ways in which organizations can enhance workforce productivity and satisfaction by aligning these two elements. By conducting surveys and interviews with employees across various sectors, the study identifies key drivers of engagement that positively influence career growth, as well as challenges that may hinder the process. It discusses about the employee engagement, including its dimensions - emotional, cognitive, and behavioral engagement - and examines how structured career development programs can serve as a catalyst for fostering employee involvement. The paper highlights the role of strategic human resource practices, such as training, mentorship, and career planning, in creating a work environment that motivates employees to invest in their professional growth while contributing to organizational goals. It also addresses challenges in sustaining engagement, such as skill obsolescence and limited advancement opportunities, proposing solutions to overcome these barriers. The study concludes with recommendations for organizations to implement strategies that enhance engagement and facilitate career development opportunities, thereby benefiting both employees and the organization as a whole.
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