The World’s Most Coveted Workplace Certification

Featuring our proprietary AI-powered engagement platform, we offer the world’s leading workplace certification program, with globally applicable benchmarks, insights and research.
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Liberty Insurance.
Testronic.
K,F,C.
w,t,w.
Stamford Tyres.
Pizza Hut.
Agility.
Ralali.
Panera Bread.
Pico.
Super Eight Retail Systems.
Denny's.
Pantai Hospital.
Burger King.
Liberty Insurance.
Testronic.
K,F,C.
w,t,w.
Stamford Tyres.
Pizza Hut.
Agility.
Ralali.
Panera Bread.
Pico.
Super Eight Retail Systems.
Denny's.
Pantai Hospital.
Burger King.
Liberty Insurance.
Testronic.
K,F,C.
w,t,w.
Stamford Tyres.
Pizza Hut.
Agility.
Ralali.
Panera Bread.
Pico.
Super Eight Retail Systems.
Denny's.
Pantai Hospital.
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Our mission is to recognize workplaces that champion engagement, certifying excellence in organizations that align their people with impact.

Leading Workplace® is redefining how great companies are recognized. With our dynamic, real-time workplace assessment, we amplify the employee voice while equipping organizations and their leaders with the insights, tools and guidance to stand out as an employer of choice.
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Reasons why organizations turn to Leading Workplace

  • They’re losing top talent to competitors
  • Their workforce struggles to adapt to change with agility
  • Their customer experience is negatively affected by disengaged employees

The added value of Leading Workplace

  • Groundbreaking technology backed by decades of workplace psychology research
  • Ability to close the feedback loop with improvement recommendations and initiatives
  • Qualified team of experts to support organizations throughout the certification process

The future of workplace listening for dynamic teams

Mobile-first

Engage employees anytime, anywhere with a seamless, intuitive mobile-first experience designed for today’s workforce

Continuous Engagement

Foster an always-on feedback culture to track progress over time, providing a clear view of improvements and evolving employee needs

Custom Surveys

Tailor surveys to your organization’s needs, ensuring you gather the right data to drive meaningful improvements

Our 2-step certification process

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Launch & Measure

Kick off your IMPACT Index™️ survey in minutes - backed by workplace psychology, accessible on any device, and completely anonymous. Get real-time insights to understand what truly drives your team.
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Certify & Improve

Meet the criteria and earn your Leading Workplace certification. Then, take action with AI-driven recommendations designed to enhance Employee Experience and keep your team engaged.
Be certified a Leading Workplace
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From data to action: turning workplace insights into impact

Real-time Analysis

Gain instant insights into employee sentiment and engagement trends, enabling data-driven decisions that enhance productivity and retention.

Smart Reporting

Gather the right data with dynamic reports that allow you to segment information, uncover insights, and drive meaningful improvements

Improvement Suggestions

Turn AI-powered recommendations into impactful actions that enhance the employee experience across your organization.

The IMPACT Index™️

The IMPACT Index provides a multi-faceted and wholistic assessment of what all employees value most in a workplace.

Developed and refined from over four decades of workplace psychology research and validation, each survey assessment statement has been carefully created for ease of understanding, balanced with insight effectiveness and accuracy.

The IMPACT Index is formulated by 46 assessment statements, divided into 14 engagement drivers. Each statement is selectable and bespoke statements can also be added to assess company-specific attributes.
Inclusivity
Fostering a diverse and accepting environment where all employees feel valued and included.

Meaning
Ensuring that employees find purpose in their work, aligning individual roles with the organization's mission and values.
Progression
Providing clear pathways for career development, continuous learning, and personal growth within the organization.
Autonomy
Empowering employees with the freedom to make decisions, encouraging innovation, and fostering a sense of ownership over their work.
Collaboration
Promoting teamwork, open communication, and strong interpersonal relationships to achieve common goals.
Trust
Building a reliable and transparent environment where employees have confidence in leadership and each other.

Boost employer branding with global media recognition

By becoming a certified Leading Workplace, your organization will have the opportunity to be featured in top global publications like (xyz), showcasing your commitment to an exceptional workplace culture.
Gain global exposure as your organization is recognized in prominent media outlets.
Attract top talent by demonstrating that you are an employer of choice with a proven commitment to a positive employee experience.
Amplify your brand by sharing your success story with the world and standing out among industry leaders.
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Be the Leading Workplace in your industry

Earning the Leading Workplace Certification isn’t just a badge - it’s a powerful testament to your company’s commitment to a thriving, impact-driven culture where employees feel truly valued. Plus, it gives you actionable insights to keep improving!
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The power of Leading Workplace certification

Enhanced Employer
Branding

Attract top talent and boost retention by showcasing your positive workplace culture, fostering pride and loyalty among employees.

Increased Employee Engagement

Foster pride and motivation by showcasing a workplace where employees feel valued, engaged, and connected.

Improved Business Performance

Drive productivity and innovation by refining strategies and fostering an engaged, high-performing workforce.
The Leading Workplace certification has far exceeded our expectations. It provides us with both real-time insights and targeted recommendations that allow us to act quickly, precisely and transparently – with confidence.
John Robertson, CHRO

Your questions, answered

Explore expert insights, best practices, and research-backed guides on employee engagement, workplace culture, and leadership.
What is the advantage of being certified as a Leading Workplace?
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Being certified as a Leading Workplace demonstrates your organization’s commitment to creating a thriving, high-performing work environment. It enhances your employer brand, attracts top talent, boosts employee retention, and provides valuable insights into workplace culture and engagement.

What does the IMPACT index survey measure?
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The IMPACT Index survey evaluates 6 key aspects of employee experience, including Inclusion, Meaning, Progression, Autonomy, Collaboration and Trust. It provides data-driven insights to help organizations identify strengths and areas for improvement.

How do we know if we earned Leading Workplace certification?
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Organizations that achieve a qualifying score on the IMPACT Index survey will receive official certification as a Leading Workplace. You will be notified and provided with a certification badge, along with various comprehensive reports on your results.

What happens if we don’t get certified?
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If your organization does not meet the certification threshold, you will receive a comprehensive report outlining key areas for improvement. You can use these insights to enhance workplace culture and retake the survey at a later time.

How does Leading Workplace determine certification?
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Certification is based on employee responses to the IMPACT Index survey. Organizations that meet or exceed the benchmark score, which reflects high levels of engagement, leadership effectiveness, and positive workplace culture, earn the Leading Workplace certification.

How long is the certification valid for?
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The certification is valid for 12 months from the date of achievement. After this period, organizations must retake the IMPACT Index survey to maintain their certified status.

Can I renew my certification?
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Yes! To renew your certification, your organization will need to complete the IMPACT Index survey again before the current certification expires. This ensures ongoing commitment to a positive employee experience.

Is there a cost involved with certification?
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Yes, there is a fee associated with the certification process. This covers access to the IMPACT Index survey, data analysis, reporting, and certification materials. Please contact us for pricing details.

Is the IMPACT index survey available in different languages?
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Yes, the IMPACT Index survey is available in 20+  languages to ensure accessibility for diverse workforces across global organizations.

How can employees access the IMPACT index survey?
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Employees can access the survey through a secure link provided by their employer. It is designed to be mobile-friendly, but can also be completed on a desktop.

Can we order co-branded merchandise for our staff?
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Yes! Certified Leading Workplaces can purchase co-branded merchandise featuring both the Leading Workplace badge and your organization’s logo. It’s a great way to celebrate your achievement, recognize your team, and showcase your commitment to workplace excellence. Visit our store to purchase merchandise.

The world’s most coveted certification for workplace culture

Boost retention, enhance culture, and drive performance with real-time employee feedback and AI-powered solutions.
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