Survey Questions: Flexibility

Person Skills

Adaptability
Flexibility
Change
Resourcefulness
Initiative
Career Development
Training
Commitment
Engagement
Pride/Loyalty
Professionalism
Respect for Others
Teamwork
Leadership
Supervisor
Supervision
Work/Life
Stress

Questionnaires measuring Flexibility:
Example 1 (5-point scale; numbers; NA)
Example 2 (7-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 3 (4-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 4 (5-point scale; radio buttons)
Example 5 (5-point scale; words)
Example 6 (Pulse Survey)
Example 7 (5-point scale; item comments)
Example 8 (3-point scale; words; N/A)
Example 9 (4-point scale; numbers)
Example 10 (Comment boxes only)
Example 11 (Single rating per dimension)
Example 12 (Slide-bar scale)

Definition: Willing to change to adapt to new circumstances

Flexibility of Thought

The supervisor is willing to change ideas or perceptions based on new information or contrary evidence which is presented.
Employees are open to the perspectives/viewpoints of others.
My manager is willing to try new ideas.
Coworkers are effective in incorporating new ideas.
The supervisor balances multiple perspectives to find common ground and innovative solutions.
Employees know how to think outside the 'box'.
The supervisor is flexible in considering different viewpoints.
Our department is open to and values diverse perspectives.
My manager demonstrates flexibility in thoughts and actions.
The manager promotes flexibility in approaches encouraging employees to think outside the box and experiment with new methods and ideas.
Our team adapts easily to incorporate various perspectives.
My Supervisor is open to suggestions

Flexibility in Process

My Department is able to adapt quickly to new processes and procedures
My manager encourages others to adopt new procedures.
Employees in our department are willing to learn new processes and systems.
The supervisor is open to change and new ways of doing things.
Employees in our department adapt quickly to new technologies that impact the production line.
I can adapt processes in response to critical incidents that impact the workflow.
My manager is willing to implement new procedures for the department.
Colleagues are flexible in processing routine requests.
Our department is able to integrate the latest tools and methods without causing disruption.
Coworkers are willing to deviate from rigid plans and consider a variety of methods, ensuring the most effective solution is applied.
Our team leader regularly assesses current methods, welcomes feedback, and is willing to implement changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
My Department is able to adjust rapidly to a new way of operating

Flexible Problem Solving

Our company is flexible in solving difficult problems.
Supervisors integrate new ideas and information into solutions and processes.
My manager solves problems using innovative solutions by keeping an open mind and considering the input from others.
Coworkers are willing to try new approaches to solving problems if the current solution isn't working.
Our department responds to issues and problems with creative solutions and innovation.
My manager considers solutions provided by employees.
Team leaders are able to change their approach to solving a problem based on new information.

Flexibility with Others

The team leader builds a more engaged and cohesive team willing to pivot and support each other through transitions and changes.
Our manager permits flexible working and flex-time to accommodate employee needs to meet external obligations.
My manager accommodates scheduling requests from employees.
Coworkers respond quickly to the needs of others.
Our department fosters a culture where diverse perspectives are valued allowing the team to adapt more easily to changes and draw on a wider range of ideas and solutions.
Our department encourages open communication and collaboration, allowing everyone to contribute their ideas and perspectives.
The team leader actively listens to others, considers their viewpoints, and incorporates these insights into the decision-making process.
My manager accommodates the needs of employees as best as possible when requests for time off are made.
The company is willing to implement changes as a result of having listened to employees.
The supervisor accommodates the needs of employees when requests for time off are made.

Dealing with Uncertainty

This company fosters a culture of agility, ensuring that the team can thrive amidst constant change and uncertainty.
Coworkers embrace change, value feedback, and are willing to experiment with different methods to find the most effective solutions.
Our department faces the unknown head-on, turning challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.
My manager embraces uncertainty with confidence and creativity to find solutions amidst chaos.
Our team is flexible in their approach to dealing with unpredictable events.
I feel comfortable to deal with uncertain and unpredictable events.
My manager is able to anticipate or adapt to uncertain or changing situations.
The Company accepts and is open to change and ambiguity

Versatile

The hiring procedures are flexible to handle unique situations and needs
Senior leadership encourages adaptability to utilize more efficient processes.
Team members adapt to different settings, tasks, and challenges with ease.
Senior accounting leadership effectively manages changes in financial resources.
Our department is able to adapt and tailor approaches based on the unique requirements of each scenario.
My department fosters an environment that prioritizes adaptability, ongoing enhancement, and creative thinking.
I feel my manager is versatile and resilient.
The supervisor is agile and versatile when responding to critical issues.
My manager is agile and versatile when dealing with issues.
Our company fosters a culture of flexibility and agility.
Coworkers have the ability to cope with a variety of client needs.
I am able to perform new tasks and assignments.

Resilience

My Department can recover quickly from setbacks
Our team is flexible and resilient in addressing critical incidents.
Our department is able to bounce back from obstacles.
The supervisor is able to quickly recover from setbacks.
Coworkers learns from personal experiences and/or mistakes and integrate experience to cope with new or untried events.
Coworkers are resilient and proactive to help thrive in unpredictable environments.
Our team learns from personal experiences and/or mistakes.
My manager embraces issues as opportunities to learn and grow.
My manager is able to remain calm when dealing with multiple issues.
My Co-Workers are able to recover quickly from setbacks

Changing Environment

My manager works effectively during periods of change.
My coworkers possess a high degree of flexibility to meet the challenges posed by unforeseen circumstances.
The company recognizes and quickly adapts to shifts in the environment, market, or industry.
Our department successfully adapts to changing circumstances.
Senior leadership is flexible in adjusting to the demands of the market place.
My manager acts decisively in frequently changing and uncertain environment.
The team leader can seamlessly transition between various environments and situations.
My manager quickly adapts to new circumstances, challenges, or opportunities as they arise.
The supervisor is able to work in multiple environments as needed.
My manager anticipates differences to the procedures that may be needed due to a changing operating environment.
Our department is easily able to adapt to new situations.
Coworkers are able to adapts to new technology and systems.
My manager is willing to change ideas or perceptions based on new information.
The supervisor is open to adapting thoughts, behaviors, and strategies in response to evolving situations and new information.
My supervisor is willing to change to adapt to new circumstances
The Leadership is willing to change to adapt to new circumstances

Productivity

Our department is able to maintain productivity and effectiveness no matter the context.
Our department can produce goods and services across a wide spectrum of business needs.
The supervisor scales up production capabilities in response to growing service demands.
The team is able to expand productive capacity as demand for services increases.
The production line employees are able to increase output to meet increased demand.
Coworkers on my team perform more and varried processes on the production line.
The project team is flexible in effectively handling changes in production volumes.
My coworkers are able to produce a wide range of products/services to meet demands.
Our department delivers a variety of products that vary in type and volume.

Adapting Workflows

The supervisor is able to change or adjust processes to accommodate changes in equipment or supplies.
Coworkers are able to change ways of working as needed.
Coworkers adapt to new procedures.
My manager adapts workflows according to changing needs.
The project lead adapts processes and procedures in response to changes in the work environment.
The supervisor is capable of adapting workflows to accommodate new regulations or policies.
My manager allows workflows to evolve with the employees' creativity.
The project team is able to change the workflow as needed to facilitate changes in regulations or policies.
Our team is able to make changes midstream into current tasks or projects.

Innovation

My colleagues innovate skills and modify behaviors to remain flexible in addressing important issues.
Our department encourages a culture of experimentation and innovation.
My manager demonstrates adaptability in innovative thought processes.
I am permitted to introduce new products or services.
Our department creates innovative solutions to unforeseen problems.
The project team experiments with new ideas to create innovative solutions to issues.
Coworkers demonstrate the ability to think outside the box and adjust as needed.

Continuous Improvement

Our department supports a culture that values flexibility, continuous improvement and innovation.
The supervisor helps the team to incorporate new skills fluently.
My manager actively seeks out new knowledge, staying updated with industry trends, and is open to changing the workflow based on the situation.
Employees here are focused on continuous improvement.
The department leadership is continuously learning and adapting new techniques to address evolving challenges.
The company supports a flexible culture that values continuous improvement and innovation.
In our department, we seeks opportunities to improve processes and procedures to benefit the company overall.

Customized Training

The HR Department adapts training delivery to enhance effectiveness and create an inclusive environment, boosting team cohesion and productivity.
The training department demonstrates the ability to modify training methods and materials to suit visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners, thereby enhancing overall comprehension and engagement.
The supervisor adapts to different learning styles of employees as required to make sure employees receive the highest level of training.
The training coordinator creates personalized training schedules, offering various learning formats (like virtual and in-person sessions), and provides tailored training resources.
My manager values and adjusts training to meet diverse learning preferences.
The manager ensures that each employee's unique learning style is accommodated, which maximizes the effectiveness of the training.
The HR Department encourages flexibility in the onboarding process.
Our department fosters an inclusive learning environment where everyone feels supported, ultimately leading to stronger team cohesion and increased productivity.
Our department adapts the onboarding experience to meet the unique needs of each new employee.
Our department is flexible in delivering training content to maximizes the benefits of training but also fosters an inclusive learning environment that can lead to greater team cohesion and productivity.

Responsiveness

I think my manager exhibits exceptional adaptability in responding to unexpected challenges.
Our department responds positively to unanticipated changes in the work schedule.
The project leader responds effectively to changing availability of supplies and resources.
Our department remains agile and responsive to address changing needs in a dynamic environment.
The company responds effectively to changing governmental regulations.
Our department swiftly adapts to changes, anticipates challenges and takes preemptive actions.
Our team responds to the various needs of other colleagues and departments.
The company responds effectively to changes in the market conditions.
My manager responds quickly to new opportunities or risks.
My coworkers are able to change processes quickly based on the task or needs of the customer.
Coworkers are flexible in responding to customer needs.
I can handle external information requests efficiently without disrupting workflow.

Accommodative

Coworkers can handle changes without complaining.
Our department leader can easily accommodate changes in personnel of the department.
The supervisor is able to make accommodations needed for changes to the working conditions.
My coworkers are capable of adjusting to necessary modifications in the work environment.
My manager shows a readiness to adapt and optimize.

Strategic

The Leadership is flexible and learns rapidly about changing markets
Our department is willing to change strategies, operations, or processes in to meet new challenges or seize new opportunities.
The project lead embraces change and is willing to pivot strategies based on new information.
The manager selects strategies according to the demands of the situation.
My manager adapts strategies to fit the specific needs of each situation.
My manager will pivot strategies, operations, or processes in real-time to meet new challenges or seize new opportunities.
Senior leadership continually evaluates the direction and speed of the organization and makes appropriate mid-course adjustments
Senior leadership changes strategies as needed.
The supervisor has the ability to pivot strategies, operations, or processes in real-time to meet new challenges or seize new opportunities.
Our department changes strategies based on new information.

Working Style

Client representatives will adjust their working style to meet client needs.
My manager is able to make changes to their leadership style after receiving constructive feedback through the performance review.
My manager adjusts managerial style to meet the needs of the department.
The project leader adjusts working style to meet the demands of the situation.
The supervisor changes their approach in response to new information.

Goals

The Leadership is willing to change to meet new objectives
My manager allows for flexibility in setting realistic performance goals.
The team leader allows for flexibility in the agenda for the team meeting.
The team leader identifies new opportunities to achieve goals
My manager is open to alternative ways to accomplish goals

Organizational Flexibility

Employees are willing to move to other positions within the Company
I am willing to try new jobs within the Company
I would be willing to work in a different location if needed
I feel the manager is dedicated to evolving and enhancing business processes, which demonstrates flexibility.
Coworkers are able to adapts to new organizational structures, policies, or procedures.
The HR Department has successfully implemented the changes proposed in the re-organization.
I feel senior leadership responds to a changing organization.
The manager has re-organized the functions in the department.