TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — Gallup's 2024 “State of the Global Workplace” report ranked Taiwan second in Asia for employee mental health and well-being.
The rankings take into account respondents' current situations and future outlooks. Globally, 34% of surveyed workers reported "thriving" at work, while 58% indicated they were "struggling," and 8% were “suffering.”
The poll surveyed over 128,000 workers in over 160 countries last year, according to CNBC.
The study found that thriving employees experience "significantly fewer health problems and less worry, stress, sadness, loneliness, depression, and anger." Additionally, "they report more hope, happiness, energy, interest, and respect."
According to Gallup, the top 10 countries with the highest proportions of thriving employees are predominantly European: Finland (83%), Denmark (77%), Iceland (76%), Netherlands (71%), Sweden (70%), Israel (69%), Norway (67%), Costa Rica (62%), Belgium (60%), and Australia (60%). These countries also exhibit low job search rates and low sadness prevalence among employees.
In contrast, Asia shows lower thriving rates overall. The top 10 Asian countries include Vietnam (51%), Taiwan (41%), Singapore (39%), Thailand (37%), the Philippines (36%), China (36%), South Korea (34%), Malaysia (31%), Japan (29%), and Mongolia (29%).
The report highlighted the importance of meaningful work for employee well-being. When employees find their work purposeful, they experience greater enjoyment and fewer negative emotions. Additionally, companies that provide necessary support and invest in effective management can create thriving work environments.
