Recurring surveys (sometimes called pulse surveys) are regular check-ins used to gather employee feedback on a consistent, ongoing basis.
They’re designed to quickly spot issues, track changes over time, and show your team that their input is truly valued.
By keeping these surveys short and frequent, you can stay on top of employee needs and create a more engaged, supportive workplace.
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Recurring surveys help you stay connected with your team by regularly gathering their feedback to catch issues early, track progress, and keep engagement a top priority.
When surveys are set-up to recur on a regular basis, it helps to show employees that their voices do matter, and leadership does care about their ongoing challenges.
This continuous approach to surveying makes it easier to build a positive, responsive and trustworthy workplace culture.
Making small changes – like the time you send out your surveys – can make a big difference when it comes to improving your response rates.
According to Stribe data, the most survey responses are received at the following times:
The short answer is that it depends.
It depends on your organisation’s size, what you’re trying to achieve, how quickly you’re tying to achieve it, and your overall appetite for change.
For the average organisation, we would recommend sending recurring employee surveys no more than once a month. It’s all about balancing regular survey cadence to help you keep your finger on the pulse of how employees are thinking and feeling, without overwhelming them with survey fatigue.
Recurring surveys are a simple yet powerful way to for keep a pulse on employee engagement and wellbeing.
Here’s why regularly collecting feedback can make a real difference in your workplace.
Regular surveys help spot problems before they grow into bigger issues, and you can quickly address concerns.
When surveys are consistent, employees know you’re actively seeking their feedback – not just ticking a box. It builds trust and shows your commitment to acting on their input.
Recurring surveys let you see how things are changing month-to-month or year-to-year. This helps you understand whether the changes you’re making are working or if something needs to be adjusted.
Knowing they’ll have a regular chance to share thoughts can encourage employees to be more honest and open. It creates a safe space for feedback, fostering a culture where everyone feels heard.
Having regular surveys in place keeps employee engagement top-of-mind. It’s a reminder for everyone – from leadership to staff – that your workplace is always aiming to improve and grow together.
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