360 Feedback Questions for Managers

21 ready-to-use questions, example comments and tips — plus a free tool that runs the survey and writes the AI report for you.

Managers sit at the point where strategy meets execution, so a good 360 review looks at both: how they deliver results and how they help their people grow. Use the questions below as-is, or let reviewers answer them anonymously in our free tool and get an AI report that highlights patterns.

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Direction and priorities

  1. How clearly does this manager explain team goals and why they matter?
  2. How well do they prioritise work when everything seems urgent?
  3. How consistently do they follow through on decisions once made?
  4. How well do they connect day-to-day work to company strategy?

Coaching and development

  1. How often does this manager give you specific, actionable feedback?
  2. How well do they support your professional growth and career goals?
  3. How effectively do they delegate work that stretches people?
  4. How comfortable do you feel bringing problems or mistakes to them?

Communication

  1. How well does this manager listen before responding?
  2. How transparent are they about changes that affect the team?
  3. How effectively do they run meetings and one-to-ones?
  4. How well do they adapt their communication style to different people?

Team and collaboration

  1. How fairly does this manager distribute work and recognition?
  2. How well do they handle conflict within the team?
  3. How effectively do they collaborate with other teams and managers?
  4. How well do they build trust and psychological safety?

Open-ended questions

  1. What is one thing this manager should keep doing?
  2. What is one thing they should start doing to be more effective?
  3. What is one thing they should stop doing?
  4. Describe a recent situation where this manager made a real difference.
  5. If you were their coach, what would you focus on first?

Example feedback comments

Good comments are specific, describe behaviour rather than personality, and explain the impact. A few examples:

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Tips for a useful 360

  • Mix ratings (1–5) with 3–5 open questions: ratings show patterns, comments explain them.
  • Invite at least 4–6 reviewers across peers, direct reports and their own manager so answers stay anonymous.
  • Keep the survey under 10 minutes — response quality drops sharply after that.

Frequently asked questions

Who should give 360 feedback to a manager?

Ideally their direct reports, a few peers at the same level, and their own manager. Direct reports usually give the most useful insight into day-to-day leadership.

How many questions should a manager 360 have?

Around 15–25 rating questions plus 3–5 open-ended questions keeps it under 10 minutes for each reviewer.

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