The self-assessment tool identifies the 'needs' of employees that are being met or not, depending on the response to the question. The report will allow organizations to recognize and reflect on the highly personal nature of employee experience and the emotional connection between one's work and the workplace.
Inspired by Maslow's theory of needs, this survey tool helps employers manage people according to their innate human needs. It enables managers and supervisors to identify the needs of their employees and to apply the hierarchy of needs to strategic and operational planning. Understanding each employee's personal connection to engagement serves as an important tool for leaders and managers to use to improve the employee experience. For every item answered ‘No’ or ‘N’, leaders can use the recommended courses of action mentioned in the table to improve the strategy.
Response | For Employers Only | ||
Items | Y/N | Employee Needs Fulfilled/Not Fulfilled | Recommended Course of Action/Focus Area |
I know what is expected of me in my professional role. |
| Defined goals |
|
I am provided with the resources and equipment to perform my work properly. |
| Physiological needs |
|
Working here allows me to do what I do best. |
| Empowerment Self-actualization |
|
In the past week, I have received recognition or appreciation for doing good work. |
| Motivation and encouragement |
|
My senior, or someone at work, cares about me as a person. |
| Caring and supportive workplace |
|
I am encouraged for my development. |
| Confidence and self-esteem |
|
At work, my opinions seem to count. |
| Value and inclusion |
|
My organization’s mission or purpose makes me feel important about what I'm doing. |
| Meaningful job role |
|
I have a best friend at work. |
| Mutual trust at work and social needs |
|
Someone at work has talked to me about my progress in the last six months. |
| Learning and growth opportunities |
|
Over the past year, I have had opportunities to learn and grow at work. |
| Challenging work |
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