What is an employee survey – and why is it so important?

En employee survey is one of the most effective ways for an organization to find out how employees experience their work environment, leadership and culture. It provides concrete insights that enable better decisions – for both people and business.

But a survey is only worth something if it leads to change. It's not just about measuring – it's about understand, follow up and improveThat's why more and more people are choosing to combine employee surveys with smart follow-up in a digital HR platform that Yesbox.

Why conduct an employee survey?

  • ✅ Identify bottlenecks in the work environment and communication
  • ✅ Create a more engaging and sustainable workplace
  • ✅ Reduce staff turnover and sick leave
  • ✅ Get data-driven decision-making that managers can actually act on

How does a modern employee survey work?

Today, employee surveys are most often conducted digitally. With platforms like Yesbox You can send out surveys automatically, analyze the results directly, and link the feedback to concrete actions at the individual, team, and organizational level.

Step-by-step:

  1. Define the purpose – What do you want to know?
  2. Choose questions that fit your goals
  3. Communicate clearly to employees
  4. Send out the survey digitally
  5. Analyze the results visually
  6. Make a plan and follow through

What should an employee survey contain?

The most effective surveys focus on the factors that drive engagement and performance. In Yesbox We often measure areas such as clarity, relationships, leadership, rules of the game and autonomy. These are directly linked to what the organization can influence.

Anonymity – a key to honesty

Employees respond more honestly when they know their answers are completely anonymous. Yesbox ensures anonymity and data protection in all parts of the process.

The difference between measuring and improving

Collecting data is the first step. What matters is what you do with the results. By linking the survey to goals, tasks and change efforts, you create real benefit. That’s where the Yesbox out: we make follow-up as easy as the survey itself.

Results that can be counted on

Research shows that high engagement can increase profitability by up to 20–25%. Companies that invest in their employees’ work experience see better performance, higher customer satisfaction, and reduced employee turnover.

 

 

Want to get started?

Book a demo of Yesbox or contact us and we will help you take the first step towards a smarter employee survey.

 

 

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