Employee Engagement Survey FAQs

How often should my business conduct an employee engagement survey?

September 13, 2024
How often a company conducts an employee engagement survey depends on several factors, like organization size, purpose of the survey, and desired feedback. Companies looking at long-term trends in their workforce would benefit from conducting an employee engagement survey on an annual basis. Companies looking for employee feedback to track progress towards more short-term goals […]

Can small businesses benefit from employee engagement surveys?

September 13, 2024
Yes! Organizations of all sizes can benefit from employee engagement surveys, but small businesses often see the most benefit. Employee engagement surveys are a great tool for businesses to identify areas of improvement and offer employees a space to share honest feedback that the business can use to strengthen the workplace culture. Due to their […]

How do we measure improvements in employee engagement over time?

September 13, 2024
Employee engagement surveys, like the one offered by NAE, provide an overall engagement score. Observing increases in that score over time indicates improvements in employee engagement. Additionally, businesses can look at trends in responses to specific questions that measure key engagement drivers like job satisfaction, sense of purpose, and recognition.

What are some key questions to include in an employee engagement survey?

September 13, 2024
Employee engagement surveys should be concise, but comprehensive. They should include questions on executive leadership and manager effectiveness, organizational practices, employee development and recognition, employee commitment, and work life satisfaction. Key questions include:

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