It has been observed over multiple studies that respect is one of the key drivers to generate employee engagement and invariably talent management in any organization. Nearly three-fourths of the workforce across organizations has been found to be at various states of disengagement. With due respect being accorded, employees feel themselves to be core members of their respective teams. Their productivity reaches the next level when they feel respected so they’re motivated to put in the extra effort. Their morale erodes when they feel a lack of respect around their work. Small triggers can then lead to breakdown in otherwise harmonious relationships at work.

Source:http://www.forbes.com/sites/victorlipman/2017/01/10/why-respect-is-key-to-employee-engagement/#483d04a11b77