Employee Satisfaction Survey Preparation ( HR )

This checklist is designed to ensure that all necessary steps are taken to prepare and conduct an employee satisfaction survey, aimed at gathering feedback on employee experiences and overall workplace satisfaction.

• Define Survey Objectives

  Clearly outline the goals of the survey and what specific feedback is being sought from employees.

• Select Survey Methodology

  Decide whether to use an online survey tool, paper surveys, or interviews for collecting employee feedback.

• Draft Survey Questions

  Create questions that are clear, relevant, and diverse, covering various aspects of employee satisfaction.

• Review Questions with Stakeholders

  Share the draft questions with key stakeholders (like HR and management) for feedback and necessary adjustments.

• Pilot the Survey

  Conduct a trial run of the survey with a small group of employees to identify any issues or misunderstandings.

• Finalize Survey

  Make any necessary changes from the pilot and finalize the survey format and questions.

• Set Survey Launch Date

  Determine when the survey will be distributed to employees and ensure all logistical arrangements are in place.

• Communicate to Employees

  Inform employees about the upcoming survey, its purpose, and how their feedback will be used.

• Distribute the Survey

  Send out the survey to all employees using the selected methodology.

• Collect Responses

  Monitor the response rate and ensure that all completed surveys are collected in a secure manner.

• Analyze Results

  Review the collected data to identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement within the organization.

• Prepare Feedback Report

  Summarize the findings in a report and prepare to present the results to stakeholders.

• Develop Action Plan

  Create a plan to address any concerns raised in the survey, including actionable steps for improvement.

• Communicate Results to Employees

  Share the survey results and the intended action plan with all employees to foster transparency.