Great Place To Work® Frequently Asked Questions

Great Place to Work® stands out from other recognition providers as the only one based entirely on the voice of employees, using the Trust Index™ Survey to measure the employee experience. This research-driven, globally credible approach ensures that recognition is meaningful and tied to measurable criteria, offering organisations valuable insights to improve their workplace culture. Unlike programmes that rely on peer nominations or external reviews, Great Place to Work®’s methodology captures authentic employee experiences, making it a true reflection of workplace quality. Additionally, the range of sectorial, national and global Great Place to Work® recognitions carry strong employer branding value, helping companies attract and retain top talent while enhancing their reputation. Beyond recognition, Great Place to Work® provides consulting, workshops, and resources to support organisations in building and sustaining high-trust cultures, offering a comprehensive approach.

Yes, this investment allows us to support our clients to action plan from their own data insights and offer recognition opportunities over a standard three-year engagement. Investment depends primarily upon the size of your organisation and the level of engagement your organisation will require.

An introductory call will allow us to gain an understanding of your needs and share the most relevant information with you. For a detailed quote and to learn more about how your organisation can become a member of the Great Place to Work® programme, please contact us directly.

The Great Place to Work Certification™ recognises organisations based on employee feedback gathered through the Trust Index™ survey. To achieve Certification™, organisations must meet a minimum score of 65%; this recognition is valid for 12 months, showcasing the organisation's commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture.

On the other hand, the Best Workplaces™ Programme is a competitive initiative that benchmarks organisations against their peers. It evaluates both the Trust Index™ results and for large organisations, the Culture Audit™, an in-depth assessment of workplace practices and programmes. Only the best from the pool of Certified™ organisations earn a spot on the annual Best Workplaces™ list, providing prestigious recognition as one of the best workplaces in Ireland.

All Ireland-based and multinational organisations with an Irish branch which have 10+ employees are eligible to become Great Place to Work Certified™.

Being a Certified™ great workplace has several benefits for an organisation. It serves as a valuable external validation of your company's commitment to its employees which, in turn, will enhance your reputation as an employer of choice. It can also attract and retain high-quality talent, improve employee engagement and satisfaction, and contribute to overall business success.

Participation in the Great Place to Work Certification™ process is simple and based entirely on employee feedback, making it an authentic and reliable measure of workplace culture. Organisations with 10 or more employees are eligible for Certification™ when their overall Trust Index™ Survey results reach 65% or higher. The process can be completed in as little as six weeks with immediate access to the Certified™ badge, valid for 12 months.

Certified™ organisations receive a Certification Profile and an activation toolkit to help promote their achievement, as well as automatic entry into all of Great Place to Work’s Best Workplaces™ lists with just one application. In addition, all participating organisations' leadership teams are provided with detailed survey results and actionable insights, ensuring a clear understanding of their organisation's culture strengths and opportunities.

We typically suggest a 2-week window to launch your survey. Shortly after the survey has closed, and provided you have submitted your Culture Brief™ questionnaire and earned an overall survey score of 65% or higher, you will receive your official Certification™ digital badge, valid for 12 months.

Great Place to Work® stands out from other recognition providers as the only one based entirely on the voice of employees, using the Trust Index™ Survey to measure the employee experience. This research-driven, globally credible approach ensures that recognition is meaningful and tied to measurable criteria, offering organisations valuable insights to improve their workplace culture. Unlike programmes that rely on peer nominations or external reviews, Great Place to Work’s methodology captures authentic employee experiences, making it a true reflection of workplace quality. Additionally, the range of sectorial, national and global Great Place to Work® recognitions carry strong employer branding value, helping companies attract and retain top talent while enhancing their reputation. Beyond recognition, Great Place to Work® provides consulting, workshops, and resources to support organisations in building and sustaining high-trust cultures, offering a comprehensive approach.

 

Yes, this investment allows us to support our clients to action plan from their own data insights and offer recognition opportunities over a standard three-year engagement. Investment depends primarily upon the size of your organisation and the level of engagement your organisation will require.

An introductory call will allow us to gain an understanding of your needs and share the most relevant information with you. For a detailed quote and to learn more about how we can help your organisation become a Certified™ Great Place to Work, please contact us directly.

The Great Place to Work Certification™ recognises organisations based on employee feedback gathered through the Trust Index™ survey. To achieve Certification™, organisations must meet a minimum score of 65%; this recognition is valid for 12 months, showcasing the organisation's commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture.

On the other hand, the Best Workplaces™ Programme is a competitive initiative that benchmarks organisations against their peers. It evaluates both the Trust Index™ results and for large organisations, the Culture Audit™, an in-depth assessment of workplace practices and programs. Only the best from the pool of Certified™ organisations earn a spot on the annual Best Workplaces™ list, providing prestigious recognition as one of the best workplaces in Ireland.

Our Trust Index™ survey is available in 19 different languages.

Our surveys are typically completed within 10-15 minutes. This concise format encourages higher response rates as it minimises the time and effort required from employees. By keeping surveys short, your organisation can maximise participation, boosting engagement and ensuring that employees can easily fit the survey into their busy schedules.

While our core Trust Index™ statements must remain unedited in order to consider you for Great Place To Work Certification™ and our awards, we offer different subscription tiers that allow you to add your own open-ended questions, demographic questions, and survey statements. Any additional survey statements which are not required for a specific Best Workplaces™ List will not be evaluated as part of our awards, so you can collect the feedback you find most relevant to your business without it impacting your Certification™ result.

Yes. Once the survey is closed, you’ll get (at minimum) an overview of your scores so you can see how your employee experience measures against our key evaluation areas, and how stack up against our benchmarks.

The results of your survey should serve as a catalyst for positive change within your organisation's culture. By analysing the data, developing action plans, involving employees, and monitoring progress, you can transform the survey findings into tangible improvements that enhance the overall employee experience, boosting employee engagement and contributing to a more positive and productive workplace culture.

You don't have to wait for annual list recognition to begin your journey towards creating a better workplace for all! Some organisations partner with us on an annual basis, supplementing main measures with additional pulse surveys throughout the year as a temperature check on their actions. Other organisations make frequent pulse checks on a quarterly or even monthly basis. Ultimately, we believe that measures should only be taken at a frequency where you feel important change may happen. 

A pulse survey is a brief and regular survey conducted within an organisation to gauge the overall employee experience and feedback on specific topics. It typically consists of a small number of focused questions that provide a snapshot of the workforce's current attitudes, satisfaction levels, and employee engagement. The purpose of a pulse survey is to gather real-time data and insights to help organisations identify areas for improvement, measure employee morale, and make data-driven decisions to enhance the overall employee experience.

The frequency of sending pulse surveys to employees can vary depending on your organisation's needs and goals. Typically, pulse surveys are conducted on a regular basis, often quarterly or monthly. The more frequent the surveys, the more up to date the data and insights will be. However, it's important to strike a balance to avoid survey fatigue and ensure that employees have enough time to provide thoughtful responses.