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19 must-ask manager feedback survey questions

Last updated October 2024

Being a great manager isn’t just about hitting targets – it’s about building trust and safety at work, raising your team up, and inspiring people to do their best.

But how do you measure these things?

And how do you know if your managers are really leading effectively?

That’s where a manager feedback survey comes in.

With the right questions, you will uncover valuable insights from employees, helping managers become amazing leaders and your workplace to thrive.

Save these questions for later (PDF) ⬇️✨

Why manager feedback matters

A manager’s ability to lead can make or break a team’s success.

In fact, research shows that poor management is one of the leading causes of employee turnover and unhappiness at work.

In a study by CMI and YouGov it was discovered that more than 50% of employees who consider their boss to be “ineffective” plan to quit their jobs within a year.

On the other hand, effective managers drive engagement, productivity, and fulfilment at work.

Understanding how well your managers are performing with surveys and employee feedback means you can provide the support needed to strengthen leadership skills, improve employee retention, and create a culture you’re proud of.

quotation mark 70% of the variance in team engagement is determined solely by the manager. In the words of Gallup themselves, this is their most profound finding ever. quotation mark

Gallup, 2023.

Areas to focus on in manager feedback surveys

When it comes to manager effectiveness and feedback, these areas hit where it matters most – strong leadership, clear communication, clever problem-solving and emotional intelligence keep teams motivated and on track.

Digging into these key areas, you’ll quickly spot what’s working and what needs a little fine-tuning, helping your managers shine. 

  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Career development
  • Trust and respect
  • Emotional intelligence

19 manager feedback survey questions to ask

Feel free to use these questions in your own manager feedback surveys – or simply as a starting point.

 

Questions about leadership

Answer type: 1 – 10 scale.
Follow-up question: Please share details to explain why you scored this way.

  • Does your manager inspire you?
  • Do you feel your manager is a good role model?
  • Do you feel your manager demonstrates the values they expect from your team?

 

Questions about communication

Answer type: 1 – 10 scale.
Follow-up question: Please share how you believe your manager could improve.

  • Do you feel your manager actively listens to you?
  • Does your manager clearly communicate their expectations with you?
  • How approachable is your manager when you need to ask questions or raise concerns?

 

Questions about problem-solving

Answer type: 1 – 10 scale.
Follow-up question: Please share details to explain why you scored this way.

  • Does your manager respond quickly to challenges?
  • Does your manager involve your team in solving issues together?
  • How well does your manager find solutions when problems arise?

 

Questions about career development

Answer type: 1 – 10 scale.
Follow-up question: Please share any additional thoughts, feelings and aspirations.

  • Do you feel your manager supports your career goals?
  • Do you feel you have actionable discussions with your manager about your career progression?
  • Does your manager provide training and resources you need to succeed?

 

Questions about trust and respect

Answer type: 1 – 10 scale.
Follow-up question: Please share details to explain why you scored this way.

  • Does your manager show respect for others’ opinions?
  • Do you feel your manager is accountable for their actions?
  • Do you feel trusted to get your job done in a way that’s best for you?
  • Does your manager create an environment where you feel safe sharing your thoughts and ideas?

 

Questions about emotional intelligence

Answer type: 1 – 10 scale.
Follow-up question: Please share any additional thoughts or feelings.

  • Do you feel your manager is emotionally intelligent?
  • Do you feel your manager is good at recognising sensitive situations?
  • How often does your manager check in on your emotional wellbeing?

quotation mark 41% of workers in the UK have left a job due to dissatisfaction with poor management. quotation mark

Corndel, 2024.

Tips for crafting great survey questions

At Stribe, employee surveys are kind of our whole thing! Sometimes crafting a survey can seem daunting, but if you follow these easy tips you’ll be on your way to creating a survey worth while for you, and your employees!

  • Clear, simple and direct.
  • No double-barrelled questions.
  • No leading or loaded language.
  • Use of scale-based and open-ended questions.
  • Always an option to provide additional feedback.
  • Always anonymous.

 

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