Team Needs Check-in Survey
Understand where your team might be struggling — not just with tasks, but with fundamental human...
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About this process
Understand where your team might be struggling — not just with tasks, but with fundamental human needs that drive motivation and performance.
The process in detail
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Intro (lead only)/Notes.
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1️⃣ I have the tools, time, and skills I need to do my job well.
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1️⃣ I feel clear about what’s expected of me.
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1️⃣ When I get stuck, I know where to go for help.
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2️⃣ I feel safe to speak up, ask questions, and make mistakes here.
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2️⃣ I can take risks without fear of being blamed.
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3️⃣ I feel connected to the team and included in decisions that affect me.
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3️⃣ I feel like I belong here, not just as a worker but as a person.
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4️⃣ I feel seen and appreciated for my work.
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4️⃣ I get helpful feedback that supports my growth.
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5️⃣ I understand and believe in the purpose behind our work.
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5️⃣ I have space to grow, take initiative, and do meaningful work.
Read the full text
1. Intro (lead only)/Notes.
Use this survey to understand where your team might be struggling — not just with tasks, but with fundamental human needs that drive motivation and performance.
📊 Interpreting Results:
Use the responses to spot which need levels are weakest across the team:
Weak Area Focus Here
Low in Mastery Provide training, clearer expectations, reduce overload
Low in Trust Boost psychological safety: listen, share openly, normalize mistakes
Low in Belonging Increase connection, rituals, shared goals
Low in Recognition Give feedback, appreciate effort, call out wins
Low in Vision Reconnect to purpose, share the “why,” invite ownership
Add your notes here.
2. 1️⃣ I have the tools, time, and skills I need to do my job well.
Type: Personal Mastery (Basic needs) 🟢
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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3. 1️⃣ I feel clear about what’s expected of me.
Type: Personal Mastery (Basic needs) 🟢
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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4. 1️⃣ When I get stuck, I know where to go for help.
Type: Personal Mastery (Basic needs) 🟢
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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5. 2️⃣ I feel safe to speak up, ask questions, and make mistakes here.
Type: Trust & Safety 2️⃣
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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6. 2️⃣ I can take risks without fear of being blamed.
Type: Trust & Safety 2️⃣
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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7. 3️⃣ I feel connected to the team and included in decisions that affect me.
Type: 3️⃣ Belonging
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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8. 3️⃣ I feel like I belong here, not just as a worker but as a person.
Type: 3️⃣ Belonging
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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9. 4️⃣ I feel seen and appreciated for my work.
My contributions are recognized — even when things don’t go perfectly.
Type: 4️⃣ Recognition & Esteem
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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10. 4️⃣ I get helpful feedback that supports my growth.
Type: 4️⃣ Recognition & Esteem
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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11. 5️⃣ I understand and believe in the purpose behind our work.
Type:5️⃣ Vision & Purpose
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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12. 5️⃣ I have space to grow, take initiative, and do meaningful work.
Type:5️⃣ Vision & Purpose
Scale of 1–5 (1 = Strongly disagree, 5 = Strongly agree)
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