Survey example: Employee survey about performance management

This is an example of an AI survey example built for Employee feedback about Performance Management—see and try the example.

Let’s be honest: making Employee Performance Management surveys that actually get honest, valuable answers is tough. Traditional forms don’t dig deep.

We know this firsthand at Specific. Every tool and template you see here is built on our expertise in AI-powered, conversational surveys and advanced analytics.

What is a conversational survey and why AI makes it better for employees

Most Employee Performance Management surveys run into the same wall—they’re a chore to fill out. Respondents rush through, answers lack nuance, and “insights” rarely lead to action. So, how can we get genuine, actionable feedback?

That’s where an AI survey example built with a conversational approach shines. Instead of the typical static form, respondents feel like they’re chatting with a thoughtful interviewer: it’s dynamic, personal, and designed to draw out real context, not just multiple-choice clichés.

Let’s break down how this new approach blows old-school methods out of the water:

Why use AI for Employee surveys?

• Increased engagement: Employees are more likely to respond thoughtfully when surveyed conversationally.

• Richer insights: AI asks clarifying questions in real time, capturing details that basic forms miss.

• Time-saving for HR and managers: Skip the gruntwork of manual survey building and analysis.

Specific offers a best-in-class experience for conversational surveys, making the feedback loop smooth for everyone—on both sides. The kicker? Research consistently shows that high engagement leads to 22% higher profitability for companies, and that performance feedback delivered effectively can triple Employee engagement. [1] [2] [3] You can get there by asking the right questions in the right way. (Curious about best questions? Check out our guide to Employee performance management survey questions.)

Automatic follow-up questions based on previous reply

The secret sauce behind a truly conversational survey is real-time AI-driven follow-ups. Instead of getting vague, half-baked answers, you get true context—because the survey "listens" and clarifies like a pro interviewer. With Specific, the AI agent adapts its next question based on what each Employee just said, right then and there.

Why does it matter? Consider what happens when you don’t have follow-ups:

• Employee: "Sometimes feedback isn’t clear."

• AI follow-up: "Could you share an example of unclear feedback you’ve received recently? How did it impact your work?"

Without that follow-up, you’re left guessing about the details behind “feedback isn’t clear”. That’s how valuable information slips by. But with Specific’s smart AI, you gather the richness needed for actionable insights (learn more about automatic AI follow-ups).

Automated follow-ups also cut out a ton of manual work—no more chasing respondents over email for clarifications. Try generating a survey and see how AI handles the conversation; it’s a totally different (and much better) experience.

These follow-ups turn a bland survey into a real conversation. That’s what makes it a conversational survey—and that’s why it works.

Easy editing, like magic

Survey editing shouldn’t be a hassle or require technical skills. With Specific, you literally chat your edits: say what you want changed—add, remove, tweak questions, shift the tone, update follow-up logic—and the AI does the rest. No digging through complex settings, no repetitive clicking.

You get professional-quality updates in seconds—and all the best practices in Performance Management survey design built-in (see how easy survey editing can be).

How to deliver your Employee Performance Management survey

You have flexible options for sending your AI survey example, matching any use case for Employee Performance Management feedback:

• Sharable landing page surveys:

  • Easily shareable link—great for periodic check-ins or company-wide feedback initiatives

  • Use in onboarding, annual reviews, or when you need broad Employee input, even from mobile devices or outside core apps

• In-product surveys:

  • Embedded directly into your HR or company portal—reach Employees where they work, no extra steps

  • Perfect for post-review feedback, new policy rollouts, or capturing context when Employees complete tasks related to performance

Most organizations get the best results using in-product delivery for timely, actionable insights right in their workflow—and landing page surveys for broader, periodic engagement.

AI-powered survey analysis: instant insight, zero hassle

Once responses roll in, AI survey analysis with Specific does the heavy lifting. It automatically summarizes answers, detects recurring topics, and spots underlying themes—no endless spreadsheets or manual tagging required. Curious how this works? Explore how to analyze Employee Performance Management survey responses with AI.

Want to dig even deeper? You can chat directly with the AI about your survey data, whether it’s “What are the top reasons Employees cite for low performance?” or “Show me how feedback themes have shifted over time.” There’s no faster way to turn Employee feedback into actionable, data-driven decisions (learn about AI survey response analysis).

See this Performance Management survey example now

Experience a smarter way to collect Employee feedback—see the survey, try it yourself, and discover the value of truly conversational, insight-driven surveys. The difference is real: richer data, more honest answers, and instant, expert-level analysis. Why settle for less?