2026 Manpower Talent Pulse Report
Job Hugging Isn't Engagement:
Reimagining Employee Retention
A tight job market is giving new meaning to loyalty. The 2026 Talent Pulse report explains the reasons why workers are cautiously holding on — and why low turnover now can become instability later.
Here’s what’s covered in this Talent Pulse edition:
1. How to spot job hugging in your organization (and why it’s a big deal)
Low turnover can hide warning signs. Learn the patterns that separate healthy retention from employees who are showing up but checked out.
2. Structured strategies for how to improve employee engagement
Reframe your talent management strategy with these practical moves that will build energy and confidence on teams so your workforce wants to stay.
3. Preparing for when the market picks up
Job hugging won’t last forever. See how to use this window to strengthen your retention strategy before hiring and turnover accelerate again.
