Employee engagement and performance are essential factors in enhancing organizational productivity and competitiveness, particularly within Malaysia's dynamic workforce. This study investigates the impact of employee engagement on performance and overall business success. Within the context of the Malaysian workforce, employee availability, safety, and meaningfulness are crucial in shaping effective engagement strategies. This research employed quantitative methods to gather data, using a questionnaire distributed via a Google Form link shared through WhatsApp and among acquaintances who are employees. A total of 159 responses were received. The study utilized simple random sampling, ensuring each participant had an equal chance of being selected. The questionnaire items were adapted from previous literature to ensure relevance and validity. The reliability scores for the independent variables were as follows: safety (0.940), meaningfulness (0.925), and availability (0.923). The dependent variable, performance, had a reliability score of 0.937. These Cronbach’s alpha scores indicate a high level of reliability, as they fall within the strongly acceptable range of 0.9. The findings reveal a positive correlation between the independent variables (employee safety, meaningfulness, and availability) and employee performance. This suggests that enhancing these factors can significantly improve employee performance, thereby contributing to overall organizational success. Future engagement strategies should build on these findings, integrating technological advancements and a culture of continuous improvement to maintain a competitive edge in an ever-changing business landscape.
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