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Sample Items From the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ) Form 5X-Short

These questions provide examples of the items that are used to evaluate leadership style. The MLQ is provided in both Self and Rater forms. The Self form measures self-perception of leadership behaviors. The Rater form is used to measure leadership. By thinking about the leadership styles as exem- plified below, you can get a sense of your own belief about your leadership.

Key: 0 = Not 1 = Once in 2 = Sometimes 3 = Fairly 4 = Frequently, at all a while often if not always

Transformational Leadership Styles

Idealized Influence I go beyond self-interest for the good 0 1 2 3 4 (Attributes) of the group.

Idealized Influence I consider the moral and ethical 0 1 2 3 4 (Behaviors) consequences of decisions.

Inspirational I talk optimistically about 0 1 2 3 4 Motivation the future.

Intellectual I reexamine critical assumptions 0 1 2 3 4 Stimulation to question whether they are appropriate.

Individualized I help others to develop 0 1 2 3 4 Consideration their strengths.

Transactional Leadership Styles

Contingent Reward I make clear what one can expect 0 1 2 3 4 to receive when performance goals are achieved.

Management by I keep track of all mistakes. 0 1 2 3 4 Exception: Active

Passive/Avoidant Leadership Styles

Management by I wait for things to go wrong before 0 1 2 3 4 Exception: Passive taking action.

Laissez-Faire I avoid making decisions. 0 1 2 3 4

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