Ultimate prompt for a candidate survey

Copy and paste the candidate survey prompt

I’m going to provide details about our recruitment process, and your task is to create a thoughtful and comprehensive candidate survey.

Survey objectives:

• Collect meaningful feedback from candidates regarding their experience with our recruitment process.
• Identify areas where the process can be improved, focusing on clarity, communication, fairness, and timeliness.
• Ensure the survey is easy to complete, balancing qualitative and quantitative feedback.

Survey structure:

1. Candidate Experience Rating (Quantitative Feedback):
   Create 5-7 questions where candidates rate their experience on a scale, covering key aspects like:
   • "How would you rate the clarity of the job description?"
   • "How timely was the communication throughout the recruitment process?"
2. Qualitative Feedback on the Recruitment Process:
   Ask 3-4 open-ended questions, such as:
   • "What did you find most challenging about the recruitment process?"
   • "Was there any part of the interview process that exceeded your expectations?"
3. Employer Brand Perception:
   Include 2-3 questions focused on how candidates perceived the company’s brand and values during the hiring process, such as:
   • "Did the employer branding accurately reflect your experience?"
4. Post-Application Communication:
   Ask 2-3 questions about communication quality, such as:
   • "Did you receive timely updates about your application status?"
5. Candidate Drop-Off and Reapplication Insights:
   Ask questions aimed at understanding candidate drop-off, such as:
   • "If you withdrew from the process, what were your main reasons?"
6. Overall Suggestions for Improvement:
   Close with an open-ended question asking for additional feedback, such as:
   • "Is there anything else we could do to improve the overall candidate experience?"

Tone & style:
Keep the survey welcoming and neutral in tone, ensuring clarity and simplicity. Balance the length to capture comprehensive feedback while respecting the candidate's time.

How to use the candidate survey prompt

1. Paste the prompt into ChatGPT.
2. Insert details about the recruitment process (e.g., number of interview stages, communication methods, company values, etc.).
3. Send the prompt and let ChatGPT generate a comprehensive candidate survey tailored to your recruitment process.

FAQ: Candidate survey prompt

1. What is the purpose of the candidate survey?
   The survey aims to collect feedback from candidates about their recruitment experience, focusing on clarity, communication, fairness, and timeliness, to improve the process.
2. What types of questions should be included?
   The survey includes both quantitative (e.g., rating the clarity of the job description) and qualitative questions (e.g., "What did you find most challenging about the process?").
3. How should the tone be?
   The tone should be welcoming and neutral, encouraging honest feedback without making candidates feel judged.