I came across some interesting statistics regarding employee performance.  Take a look at the information below, as well an example below that.
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The concept of employee engagement is so intangible it is hard to put into numbers and measure.   This information does that and really shines a light on the importance that organizations become more and more intentional with their people strategies.

1. Hire people who are the best fit for your company and open position.
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2. Develop people based on their needs, rather than a one size fits all leadership approach.
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3. Promote based on job match, rather than tactical success.
   

Take a look at this:

Unskilled / Semi-skilled Workers*

• Average workers output = 19% more than Non-producers
• Superior workers output = 19% more than Average
• Superior workers output = 38% more than Non-producers

Skilled Workers*

• Average workers output = 32% more than Non-producers
• Superior workers output = 32% more than Average
• Superior workers output = 64% more than Non-producers

Management / Professional Workers*

• Average workers output = 48% more than Non-producers
• Superior workers output = 48% more than Average
• Superior workers output = 96% more than Non-producers

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What if this were your organization? -

• 50 Unskilled/Semiskilled Workers who are Average Performers
  • Average Salary of $20,000 per year = $1,000,000
    • $1,000,000 x 19% = $190,000 in lost production -
• 25 Skilled Workers who are Average Performers
  • Average Salary 0f $40,000 per year = $1,000,000
    • $1,000,000 x 32% = $320,000 in lost production -
• 10 Management/Professional Workers who are Average Performers
  • Average Salary of $60,000 per year = $600,000
    • $600,000 x 48% = $280,000 in lost production-
• Total Loss in production of $790,000

It doesn’t pay to settle for average!
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Jason Kiesau Business Leadership, Employee Engagement