| | Sample Items From the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ) Form 5X-Short "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 exemplified
below, you can get a sense of your own belief about your leadership.
Key: 0 = Not at all 1 = Once in while 2 = Sometimes 3 = Fairly Often 4 = Frequently if not always"
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| Statements | | Observer 1 | Observer 2 | Observer 3 | Observer 4 | Average | Self Assessment |
| Transformational Ledership styles |
| Idealized Influences (Attributes) | I go beyond selfinterest for the good of the group | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Idealized Influence (Behaviours) | I consider the moral and ethical consequences of decisions. | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3.75 | 4 |
| Inspirational Motivation | I talk optimistically about the future. | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
| Intellectual Stimulation | I reexamine critical assumptions to questions whethet they are appropriate | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Individualized Consideration | I help others to develop their strengths. | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3.75 | 4 |
| Transactional Leadership Styles |
| Contingent Reward | I make clear what one can expect to receive when performance goals are achieved. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Management by Exception: Active | I keep track of all mistakes. | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Passive/Avoidant Leadership Styles |
| Management by Exceotion: Passive | I wait for things to go wrong before taking action | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1.25 | 1 |
| Laissez-Faire | I avoid making decisions. | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
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