Contributing or Clocking In: A Study of Work Engagement

While organizations benefit from lower operating costs resulting higher quality and quantity of work when employees are engaged in their work, (Risher, 2018). This study used the Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (Schuafeli & Bakker, 2004) to uncover engagement levels county extension agents at one University. Findings suggest Extension report Florida reported possessing high self-perceived engagement. These findings were consistent with other previous research (Abbott, 2017; Weyrauch, 2010) which likewise found often or very dedication.