What is a major drawback of relying heavily on temporary employment for core functions?

• A. Increased employee engagement and motivation.
• B. Reduced employee engagement and motivation.
• C. Limited access to specialized skills.
• D. Higher payroll taxes.

Answer: (B)

When core functions rely heavily on temporary staff, the main impact is on how connected and committed both permanent employees and temporary workers feel to the organization. Temporary workers often have less sense of belonging, fewer opportunities for development, and weaker integration into teams and long-term goals. That pushes down motivation to go the extra mile and can erode engagement across the workforce, which in turn hurts performance, collaboration, and retention in essential operations.

While temporary workers can bring specialized skills, and payroll-related costs may shift with staffing mix, these are not the primary drivers of the problem. The most significant consequence is the decline in morale and commitment that comes from a lack of continuity and perceived stability.