This document discusses increasing human capital ROI through employee engagement. It defines employee engagement as commitment to one's organization, work and clients, demonstrated through discretionary effort. Highly engaged employees are more productive, innovative and loyal. Statistical evidence shows disengaged employees cost the US economy $350 billion per year in lost productivity. The document advocates for creating a culture of respect using the RESPECT model, which focuses on recognition, empowerment, supportive feedback, partnering, expectations, consideration and trust to improve engagement.