Monthly Belonging Pulse Survey

A monthly pulse survey measuring employees' sense of belonging, team connection, and inclusion. Tracks whether employees feel connected to peers, managers, and organizational values over time — enabling leaders to spot belonging gaps before they drive attrition.

Sense of Belonging

• I feel like I truly belong at this organization.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• I feel comfortable being myself at work.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• I feel valued as an individual, not just for the work I produce.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• If you rated any of the above 3 or below, what's getting in the way of feeling like you belong?
  Optional — your response is anonymous. Share as much or as little as you'd like.

Team Connection

• I feel genuinely connected to my immediate teammates.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• My team creates an environment where everyone's contributions are heard.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• I have at least one person at work I can turn to when I need support.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5). Adapted from Gallup Q12 item on workplace friendships.
• If you rated any of the above 3 or below, what would help you feel more connected to your team?
  Optional — your response is anonymous.

Manager Inclusion

• My manager actively seeks out and considers my perspective.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• My manager treats all team members with equal respect and fairness.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• I feel safe speaking up or disagreeing with my manager without fear of negative consequences.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5). Measures psychological safety at the manager level.
• If you rated any of the above 3 or below, what could your manager do differently to be more inclusive?
  Optional — your response is anonymous and will not be attributed to you.

Values Alignment

• I see the organization's stated values reflected in how decisions are actually made.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• People of all backgrounds have a fair opportunity to succeed here.
  Strongly disagree → Strongly agree (1–5)
• If you rated either of the above 3 or below, what specific gap do you see between stated values and lived experience?
  Optional — your response is anonymous.

Intent to Stay & Open Feedback

• On a scale of 0–10, how likely are you to still be working here in 12 months?
  0 = Extremely unlikely, 10 = Extremely likely. Used as an intent-to-stay indicator alongside belonging scores.
• What is the primary reason for your score above?
  Optional — helps us understand the 'why' behind your intent-to-stay rating.
• Is there anything else you'd like to share about your sense of belonging or connection this month?
  Optional — any topic is welcome. Your response is anonymous.