Quiet Quitting and Discretionary Effort Pulse Survey

A short pulse survey to measure discretionary effort, engagement signals, and early signs of withdrawal before resignation risk becomes visible.

Discretionary Effort and Engagement Signals

• I am willing to go above and beyond when the situation calls for it.
  5-point scale: Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neither agree nor disagree, Agree, Strongly agree
• I put in extra effort when it would help my team or customers, even if it is not explicitly required.
  5-point scale: Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neither agree nor disagree, Agree, Strongly agree
• I feel energized to contribute more than the minimum expected in my role.
  5-point scale: Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neither agree nor disagree, Agree, Strongly agree
• What is the primary reason for your score on willingness to go above and beyond?
  Shown especially when the prior rating is 3 or below

Manager Effectiveness and Psychological Safety

• My manager helps me prioritize work so I can focus on the most important tasks.
  5-point scale: Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neither agree nor disagree, Agree, Strongly agree
• I feel comfortable speaking up about workload, obstacles, or concerns without negative consequences.
  5-point scale: Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neither agree nor disagree, Agree, Strongly agree
• My manager recognizes effort and contributions in a way that motivates me.
  5-point scale: Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neither agree nor disagree, Agree, Strongly agree
• What is the primary reason for your score on manager support or recognition?
  Shown especially when the prior rating is 3 or below

Workload, Intent to Stay, and Open Feedback

• My current workload is sustainable over the next few weeks.
  5-point scale: Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neither agree nor disagree, Agree, Strongly agree
• I intend to stay with this organization for the next 12 months.
  5-point scale: Strongly disagree, Disagree, Neither agree nor disagree, Agree, Strongly agree
• What is the main factor that would most improve your willingness to give extra effort?
  Open-ended follow-up to identify the most actionable engagement driver
• Anything else you'd like to share about your experience, workload, or motivation?
  Final open-ended question