How do I use the Gallup Engagement Index for my job search?

The Gallup Engagement Index annually measures the emotional commitment of German employees to their employer. 2024 result: Only 14% of German employees are actively engaged, 69% are not engaged (doing the bare minimum), and 17% are actively disengaged (quiet quitting). What this means for applicants: (1) You are not alone -- 86% are internally or actively seeking a new job. No shame. (2) Companies with low engagement often pay more but deliver worse career development -- use Kununu and Glassdoor as cross-checks. (3) Gallup shows: The decisive variable is the direct manager -- explicitly ask about your direct supervisor in job interviews. Question for the interview: 'What would members of your team name as your greatest strength as a leader?' -- a structuring question that reveals a lot about the working environment.