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Manager effectiveness questions evaluate coaching, clarity, and support from direct managers — the strongest lever on engagement.

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Manager effectiveness

Employee survey questions about Manager effectiveness. Use these prompts in engagement, pulse, and team surveys.

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10 survey questions

  • I trust my manager to make good decisions.

    Survey prompt for manager effectiveness: "I trust my manager to make good decisions." — when to ask it, how to score it, and how managers should follow up on the results.

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  • I would recommend my manager to others in the company.

    Survey prompt for manager effectiveness: "I would recommend my manager to others in the company." — when to ask it, how to score it, and how managers should follow up on the results.

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  • My manager communicates clear expectations.

    Survey prompt for manager effectiveness: "My manager communicates clear expectations." — when to ask it, how to score it, and how managers should follow up on the results.

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  • My manager gives me useful feedback on a regular basis.

    Survey prompt for manager effectiveness: "My manager gives me useful feedback on a regular basis." — when to ask it, how to score it, and how managers should follow up on the results.

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  • My manager helps me prioritize effectively.

    Survey prompt for manager effectiveness: "My manager helps me prioritize effectively." — when to ask it, how to score it, and how managers should follow up on the results.

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  • My manager listens to my ideas and concerns.

    Survey prompt for manager effectiveness: "My manager listens to my ideas and concerns." — when to ask it, how to score it, and how managers should follow up on the results.

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  • My manager recognizes good work in a timely way.

    Survey prompt for manager effectiveness: "My manager recognizes good work in a timely way." — when to ask it, how to score it, and how managers should follow up on the results.

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  • My manager removes blockers that slow down my work.

    Survey prompt for manager effectiveness: "My manager removes blockers that slow down my work." — when to ask it, how to score it, and how managers should follow up on the results.

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  • My manager supports my professional development.

    Survey prompt for manager effectiveness: "My manager supports my professional development." — when to ask it, how to score it, and how managers should follow up on the results.

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  • My manager treats team members fairly.

    Survey prompt for manager effectiveness: "My manager treats team members fairly." — when to ask it, how to score it, and how managers should follow up on the results.

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