Pulse Survey
A short, regular check-in on your employees' mood – in two minutes you learn how the team is doing right now.
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Pulse surveys do not replace the big annual survey – they complement it: short, frequent check-ins keep a finger on the organisation's pulse. This template captures mood, workload and perceived support this week and leaves room for one concrete improvement wish – ideal for weekly or biweekly use.
When should you use this template?
This template is a great fit for:
- As a weekly or biweekly mood check-in
- During phases of high workload or change
- Between two major employee surveys
Every question in this template
- 1Rating
How is your mood at work this week? *
- 2Rating
How manageable was your workload this week?
- 3Single choice
Do you feel supported by your team and manager this week?
- Yes, completely
- Mostly yes
- Rather not
- No, not at all
- 4Long text
If you could change one thing about this week – what would it be?
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