SCIENTIFICALLY-VALIDATED EMPLOYEE SURVEYS
Employee Engagement Insights, Backed by Science
The JD-R model is powerful. But we didn’t stop there. We ran two independent studies with Freie Universität Berlin’s diagnostics team to validate our very own questionnaire. That means you’re not just using a proven model — you’re using Honestly's proven version of it.
You can't fix what you don't fully understand
Many companies still rely on surface-level feedback that fails to show what's really going on at work.
Without knowing what actually drives (or drains) your employees, engagement initiatives often miss the mark. The result? Low impact, wasted time, and rising turnover.
Ask the right questions. Backed by many scientifically studies and our own.
Scientifically-based surveys that get quality insights
We use the JD-R model, supported by many scientifically studies. But we didn’t just adopt it. We validated our own question set with FU Berlin. That means your survey results reflect real organizational dynamics, not just gut feeling.
From insights to action
Our surveys don't just diagnose problems — they show you the causes. See how specific factors like workload, autonomy, or recognition impact motivation, satisfaction, and loyalty.
Tailored to HR reality
Designed together with Freie Universität of Berlin, our engagement and pulse surveys reflect what HR leaders deal with every day — from onboarding to exit interview.
Understand what really drives engagement with JD-R model
Measure three core elements across your organization and reveal the cause-and-effect relationship behind your culture.
Job resources - discover what boosts motivation and performance. Is it recognition, autonomy, meaningful relationships, or something else?
Job demands - look into factors that cause stress and burnout such as high workload, time pressure, or emotional strain
Outcomes - understand how it's all linked to employee engagement, satisfaction, commitment, or intention to stay (or leave)
How our scientifically-validated questionnaires work
Backed by science. Built for strategic HR.
One platform. Two scientifically-proven tools.
We turned the JD-R model into two practical, scientifically-validated surveys
Use the Engagement Survey™️ for depth and Pulse Survey™️ for agility. Use both to get a holistic picture of your organization
Diagnose root causes of disengagement, understand what's enabling or blocking performance, and act with strategic clarity
Discover patterns, blind spots, and strengths with our Engagement Survey™️
Use 67 scientifically-validated questions and get a full view into what matters most: leadership, development, fairness, workload, inclusion, recognition, and more
Every question is mapped to validated psychological drivers that directly influence performance, retention, and well-being
Run more than a feel-good questionnaire. Get a strategic diagnostic and a starting point for targeted action
Get quick, real-time insights with our Pulse Survey™️
Use a set of carefully crafted questions from our pulse survey template that takes 3 minutes to respond
Use it for regular check-ins to track response to new initiatives and detect shifts in team sentiment early
Monitor change and respond before team morale and performance are affected
Don't take our word for it
What our customers say about scientifically-validated surveys
Survey uncovered critical areas needing improvement
"We were able to discover communication gaps, workload issues, and talent development concerns. These insights helped us implement the right measures such as enhancing communication strategies and addressing workload distribution."
Conducting an automated employee survey
"For the first time, we conducted the employee survey with an external provider. The survey was created and analyzed using a tool that makes it almost self-explanatory. It saves a lot of time compared to a manually conducted survey."
Turn employee feedback into meaningful actions with Honestly
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