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What Survey Questions to Ask Employees ​



Good questions to ask in employee surveys

Employee survey questions can be grouped into categories such as job satisfaction, work environment, leadership and management, work-life balance, professional development, company culture, feedback and suggestions, employee engagement, compensation and remote work.

Employee surveys serve multiple purposes, primarily focused on improving the workplace, boosting employee engagement, and making informed decisions.

Depending on the survey goals, you may want to ask several questions from one category, or one question from each category.

Below is a sample list of question you can ask employees.

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1. Job Satisfaction Questions ​

  • On a scale from 1 to 10, how satisfied are you with your current role?
  • Do you feel your work is valued by your manager or department?
  • How challenging do you find your work and responsibilities?
  • Do you feel like your work is aligned with your skills, strengths and career goals?
  • Are you satisfied with the amount of responsibility you are given?

2. Work Environment Questions ​

  • Do you feel the work environment is inclusive and collaborative to everyone?
  • How would you rate the communication within your team and department?
  • How often do you receive feedback from your manager or peers?
  • Do you have access to the resources and support you need to do your job well?

3. Leadership and Management Questions ​

  • Do you feel supported by your direct manager?
  • How often does your manager provide useful feedback?
  • Do you feel the leadership team is transparent and communicates well with everyone?
  • Do you trust the decisions made by management?
  • How well does your manager handle conflicts or issues that arise?

4. Work-Life Balance Questions ​

  • How would you rate your work-life balance?
  • Do you feel like you have enough flexibility in your work day?
  • Are you able to take breaks and time off when needed or requested?
  • Do you feel your workload allows you to maintain a healthy work-life balance?

5. Professional Development Questions ​

  • Do you feel there are opportunities for growth and development in your role?
  • Have you received adequate training to perform your job well?
  • Do you have access to career development resources such as workshops, mentoring, etc.?
  • Do you feel encouraged to pursue professional development opportunities?

6. Company Culture Questions ​

  • Do you feel that the company values diversity and inclusion?
  • How would you describe the company culture?
  • Do you feel a sense of belonging at the company?
  • Are company values and mission clearly communicated to employees?
  • Do you feel that your work contributes to the company's mission?

7. Feedback and Suggestions Questions ​

  • What do you enjoy most about working here?
  • What could be improved in the workplace?
  • What changes would make your job more enjoyable?
  • Do you have any suggestions for improving company policies or processes?
  • What are some areas where you think the company could do better?

8. Employee Engagement Questions ​

  • Do you feel like your ideas and contributions are heard by management?
  • How likely are you to recommend this company to a friend or colleague? (Net Promoter Score)
  • Do you feel motivated to give your best effort at work?
  • How would you rate your overall engagement with your work?

9. Compensation and Benefits Questions ​

  • Rate the company’s approach to employee recognition and rewards?
  • Do you feel your compensation is fair?
  • Do you feel the company offers competitive pay and benefits relative to industry peers?
  • Are you satisfied with the benefits package provided (flexibility, healthcare, retirement, etc.)?

10. Remote Work Questions ​

  • How do you feel about the company's approach to remote work?
  • Are you provided wtih adequate tools, resources and support to be productive while working remotely?
  • Do you feel connected to your team while working remotely?
  • How often do you communicate with your team when working remotely?
  • How can the company improve the remote work experience for employees?

Designing Your Survey: ​

Final tips

  • Keep it anonymous: Employees are more likely to provide honest feedback if their responses are anonymous.
  • Use number scales and open-ended questions: A combination of Likert scale (eg. Rate from 1 to 5) and open-ended questions (e.g., "What would improve your job satisfaction?") helps collect both quantitative and qualitative data.
  • Ensure Clarity: Ensure questions are easy to understand and not ambiguous .
  • Act on Feedback: Communicate any actions that will be taken based on the survey results. It helps build trust and authenticity.

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