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Retention, engagement & workforce metrics · Core

Participation rate

Also called: participation

ELI5

The proportion of eligible people taking part in an activity or programme.

Used in conversation

“How are we defining participation rate in this deck?”

Pitch context

You will see “Participation rate” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches retention, engagement & workforce metrics.

Why it matters: In retention, engagement & workforce metrics, the scope can change what data may be used, who may access it and which controls are required.

Caution

Employment law and workplace practice vary by jurisdiction and agreement.

Connected terms

  • Liquidation preferenceLiquidation preference sets priority return; participation determines whether preferred holders also share further proceeds after that return.
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