The Gallup Twelve is a set of questions you might ask yourself when starting a new job or reviewing the one you already have (perhaps in deciding whether to leave or stay). They are most often answered and then arrayed in the attached image.
Ask yourself these questions frequently:
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Do I know what is expected of me at work?
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Do I have the materials and equipment I need to do my job right?
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At work, do I have the opportunity to do what I do best everyday?
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In the last seven days, have I received recognition of praise for doing good work?
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Does my supervisor, or someone at work, seem to care about me as a person?
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Is there someone at work who encourages my development?
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At work, do my opinions seem to count?
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Does the mission purpose of my company make me feel that my job is important?
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Are my associates (fellow employees) committed to doing quality work?
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Do I have best friends at work? (Alternative: Are the people I work with people I actually like?)
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In the last six months, has someone at work talked to me about my progress?
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In the last year, have I had opportunities at work to learn and grow?
Nothing in life is 100% certain or, for that matter, do’able. But you should be getting affirmative answers to most of these questions. Otherwise, why ever would you stay?
Thoughts?
