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Cherry Creek Schools Chief HR Officer Brenda Smith terminated for cause — Photo by Yan Krukau on Pexels

Employee Engagement Rising Challenge, Uncovered vs Surveys

A 45% spike in pending grievances within three months of Brenda Smith’s termination shows that employee engagement can worsen, not improve, after a senior HR departure. The surge highlights gaps between survey results and actual workplace sentiment, especially during leadership transitions. Employee Engagement: Myths The Hood Under Brenda Smith&