Is Your Workplace Working For You?
This assessment has only 5 questions and is designed for employees and leaders who want to create healthier workplace experiences.
Choose the answer that best describes your current experience for these 5 short questions.
Question 1: How do you typically feel before starting your workday?
A. Energized and motivated
B. Neutral. Some days are good and some days are challenging.
C. Stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed.
D. Focused on supporting my team and workplace culture.
Question 2: When workplace challenges arise, what is your typical response?
A. I feel confident navigating workplace challenges.
B. I sometimes struggle but usually find a way through.
C. I often feel stuck, emotionally drained, or discouraged.
D. I focus on helping others navigate workplace challenges.
Question 3: How is work currently affecting your wellbeing?
A. My wellbeing feels strong and supported.
B. I notice stress but generally cope well.
C. Work is affecting my sleep, mood, confidence, or anxiety.
D. I am concerned about the wellbeing of my team.
Question 4: What best describes your workplace relationships?
A. Supportive and respectful.
B. A mix of positive and challenging interactions.
C. Conflict, tension, gossip, or disconnection are affecting my experience.
D. I am responsible for creating a healthy team culture.
Question 5: What would be most helpful right now?
A. Learning how to effectively communicate and resolve conflict.
B. Better boundaries and stress-management strategies.
C. Support for anxiety, burnout, confidence, or emotional wellbeing.
D. Leadership tools to create a healthier workplace.
WHAT WERE YOUR RESULTS
Which letter did you choose most often?
If there is a tie, choose the result that feels most accurate for your current experience.
Did You Get Mostly A's?
Continue investing in habits that support your wellbeing,
relationships, and professional growth.
Practical Next Steps:
• Continue maintaining healthy boundaries.
• Share resources that may benefit colleagues.
• Recognize what is already working well.
Did You Get Mostly B's?
You may be noticing workplace stress before it becomes burnout.
This is the ideal time to take action.
Practical Next Steps:
• Consider counselling support
• Identify one workplace stressor that is within your control.
• Use vacation or wellness days proactively.
Did You Get Mostly C's?
Work may be having a significant impact on your wellbeing.
You do not need to simply push through.
Practical Next Steps:
• Consider counselling support.
• If it's helpful speak to your boss to get support
• Take vacation, wellness, or mental health days if available.
Did You Get Mostly D's?
Healthy workplaces do not happen by accident.
Leaders play an important role in shaping workplace culture.
Practical Next Steps:
• Create opportunities for anonymous employee feedback.
• Consider a workplace book club using Work Shouldn't Hurt.
• Invest in leadership and workplace wellness training.
Whenever you're ready, here are some ways I can help you:
Employees:
Workplace stress
Anxiety
Burnout
Confidence
Leaders:
Workplace wellness
Leadership development
Team culture