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	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always
I understand what is expected of me at work.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I can decide when to take a break.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I know how to go about getting my job done.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I am subject to personal harassment in the form of unkind words or behavior.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I have unachievable deadlines.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

If work gets difficult, my colleague will help me.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I am given supportive feedback on the work I do.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I have to work very intensely.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I have a say in my own work speed.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I am clear what my duties and responsibilities are.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always
I have to neglect some tasks because I have too much to do.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I am clear about the goals and objectives for my department.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

There is friction or anger between colleagues.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I have a choice in deciding how to do my work.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I unable to take sufficient breaks.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I understand how my work fits into the overall aim of the organization.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I am pressured to work long hours.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

I have unrealistic time pressures.	Never	Seldom	Sometimes	Often	Always

	Agree	Somewhat Agree	Neutral	Somewhat Disagree	Disagree
I get the help and support I need from colleagues.	Agree	Somewhat Agree	Neutral	Somewhat Disagree	Disagree

I have some say over the way I work.	Agree	Somewhat Agree	Neutral	Somewhat Disagree	Disagree

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
I receive useful and constructive feedback from my managers.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I am given adequate feedback about my performance.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I receive feedback that helps me improve my performance.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Employee performance evaluations are fair and appropriate.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My supervisor gives me the praise and recognition I deserve.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
People are held accountable for the quality of work they produce.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

The quality of our products and services are important to this organization.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

The amount of work I am expected to do on my job is reasonable.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I have adequate information available which enables me to do my job well.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

The physical working conditions (e.g. ventilation, space, cleanliness) are adequate.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	too many	enough	not enough
In thinking about the variety of tasks your position requires, would you say that there are:	too many	enough	not enough

	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A
How satisfied are you that your organization gives you a feeling of personal accomplishment?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with the empowerment you have to influence the quality of your work?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

	dissatisfied	Somewhat dissatisfied	Neutral	Somewhat Satisfied	Satisfied
Overall how satisfied are you with your job?	dissatisfied	Somewhat dissatisfied	Neutral	Somewhat Satisfied	Satisfied

	Much less satisfied	Somewhat less satisfied	Same	Somewhat more satisfied	Much more satisfied
Compared to a year ago how would you describe your current job satisfaction level?	Much less satisfied	Somewhat less satisfied	Same	Somewhat more satisfied	Much more satisfied

	not at all motivated	not very motivated	somewhat motivated	very motivated	not sure
How motivated are you to see the company succeed?	not at all motivated	not very motivated	somewhat motivated	very motivated	not sure

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
I have a good understanding of the mission and the goals of this organization.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My job is important in accomplishing the mission of the organization.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My supervisor provides me regular information about the mission and goals of the organization.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I am familiar with and understand the organization's strategic goals.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Doing my job well gives me a sense of personal satisfaction.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I am satisfied with the priorities and direction of my department.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I understand the day-to-day goals of my department.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Company policies and procedures are clearly defined.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A
How satisfied are you with your understanding of the business mission?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
I am paid fairly for the work I do.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I understand my benefit plan.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I am satisfied with my benefit package.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A
How satisfied are you that you receive appropriate recognition for your contributions?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you the your compensation matches your responsibilities?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with the amount and frequency of informal praise and appreciation you receive from your supervisor?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with your salary?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with your benefits?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with the frequency and amount of bonuses?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with connection between pay and performance	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with the security and administration of your 401k/stock options/pension plans?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
I have adequate opportunities for professional growth in this organization.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I receive the training I need to do my job well.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My manager is actively interested in my professional development and advancement.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My manager encourages and supports my development.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My work is challenging.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My work is stimulating.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My work is rewarding.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A
Overall how satisfied are you with your position at this company?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with opportunities for advancement?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with access to company -sponsored training and seminars?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with your supervisor's active involvement in your career development?	dissatisfied	somewhat satisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
I have the resources I need to do my job well.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

The necessary information systems are in my place and accessible for me to get my job done.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I have all the information I need to do my job effectively.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My workplace is well maintained.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My workplace is a physically comfortable place to work.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My workplace is safe.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My job requirements are clear.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A
How satisfied are you with the organization as a place to work?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with your physical working environment?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with your overall relationship with your supervisor?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with your relationship with your peers?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
The environment in this organization supports a balance between work and personal time.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My manager understands the importance of maintaining a balance between work and personal time.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I am able to satisfy both my job and family responsibilities.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I am not forced to choose between job and family obligations.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

The pace of the work in this organization enables me to do a good job.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

The amount of work I am asked to do is reasonable.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

The organization has reasonable expectations of its employees.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My job does not cause unreasonable amounts of stress in my life.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A
How satisfied are you with your stability to maintain a reasonable balance between family life and your work life?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with your work load?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
My manager treats all of his/her employees fairly.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Favoritism (special treatment) is not and issue in raises or promotions.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My manager is consistent when administering policies concerning employees.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I am treated fairly by my manager.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Everybody is treated fairly in this organization.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A
How satisfied are you with your overall job security?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
I respect the senior leaders of this organization.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I respect my manager as a competent professional.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Our senior managers demonstrate strong leadership skills.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I am satisfied with my manager.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Your manager effectively leads the department.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Your manager communicates well with subordinates.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Your manager has good leadership qualities.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A
How satisfied are you with the leaders in your organization as positive role models?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with your direct supervisor as a positive role model?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you that your supervisor cares about and is responding to the issues that are important to you?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with your supervisor's management capabilities?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
My manager always treats me with respect.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My manger listens to what I'm saying.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

This organization respects its employees.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My manager values my talents and the contribution I make.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My talent is valued at work.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

The organization values the contribution I make.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My coworkers care about me as a person.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A
How satisfied are you with the morale of your coworkers?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

How satisfied are you with recognition received from your supervisor?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
Information and knowledge are shared openly within this organization.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Communication is encouraged in this organization.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My manager does a good job of sharing information.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Senior management communicates well with the rest of the organization.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

The company clearly communicates its goals and strategies to me.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I receive enough opportunity to interact with other employees on a formal level.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Your manager recognizes good work.	disagree	somewhat disagree	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A
How satisfied are you with communication with your supervisor?	dissatisfied	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat satisfied	satisfied	N/A

	disagree	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A
I can disagree with my supervisor without fear of getting in trouble.	disagree	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

I am comfortable sharing my opinions at work.	disagree	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

We work to attract, develop, and retain people with diverse backgrounds.	disagree	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

People with different ideas are valued in this organization.	disagree	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My ideas and opinions count at work.	disagree	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

Diverse perspectives are valued and encouraged within the department.	disagree	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

My work group has a climate in which diverse perspectives are valued.	disagree	somewhat dissatisfied	neutral	somewhat agree	agree	N/A

	racial discrimination	sexual harassment	age discrimination	gender discrimination	sexual orientation discrimination	no, none of the above have been observed or experienced
Have you ever observed any of the following forms or discrimination or harassment at this company?	racial discrimination	sexual harassment	age discrimination	gender discrimination	sexual orientation discrimination	no, none of the above have been observed or experienced

	less than 6 months	6 months to 1 year	1-2 years	3-5 years	more than 5 years
How long have you worked at your current organization?	less than 6 months	6 months to 1 year	1-2 years	3-5 years	more than 5 years

	definitely not	probably not	not sure	probably	definitely
Would you refer a friend to apply for a job at this company?	definitely not	probably not	not sure	probably	definitely

	trades/Skilled Labor	Education/Academia	Full time Student	Technical	Service	Health/Medical	Other
What Industry do you work in?	trades/Skilled Labor	Education/Academia	Full time Student	Technical	Service	Health/Medical	Other

	male	female
What is your gender?	male	female

	sales	Systems Engineers Sales	Professional Services	Marketing	Customer Service	General Administration	Other
Please select your department:	sales	Systems Engineers Sales	Professional Services	Marketing	Customer Service	General Administration	Other

	office/director/manager/supervisor	professional (salaried non-management)	Business and technical	technical (hourly)	sales reps	administrative support	group leader	customer service
What category best describes your job?	office/director/manager/supervisor	professional (salaried non-management)	Business and technical	technical (hourly)	sales reps	administrative support	group leader	customer service

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