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Management , Seventh Edition
Ricky W. Griffin - Texas A&M University
Self-Assessments

Managerial Leaderership Behavior Quesetionnaire




Introduction: Leadership is now recognized as being an important set of characteristics for everyone in an organization to develop. The following assessment surveys your leadership practices or beliefs when in a management role-managerial leadership.

Instructions: The following statements refer to the possible ways in which you might behave in a managerial leadership role. Indicate how you do behave or how you think that you would behave for each statement. Describing yourself may be difficult in some cases, but you should force a selection. Record your answers for each statement according to the following scale:
5 = Very Descriptive of Me
4 = Fairly Descriptive of Me
3 = Somewhat Descriptive of Me
2 = Not Very Descriptive of Me
1 = Not Descriptive of Me


1. I emphasize the importance of performance and encourage everyone to make a maximum effort.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
2. I am friendly, supportive, and considerate toward others.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
3. I offer helpful advice to others on how to advance their careers and encourage them to develop their skills.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
4. I stimulate enthusiasm for the work of the group and say things to build the group's confidence.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
5. I provide appropriate praise and recognition for effective performance and show appreciation for special efforts and contributions.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
6. I reward effective performance with tangible benefits.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
7. I inform people about their duties and responsibilities, clarify rules and policies, and let people know what is expected of them.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
8. Either alone or jointly with others, I set specific and challenging but realistic performance goals.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
9. I provide any necessary training and coaching or arrange for others to do it.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
10. I keep everyone informed about decisions, events, and developments that affect their work.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
11. I consult with others before making work-related decisions.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
12. I delegate responsibility and authority to others and allow them discretion in determining how to do their work.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
13. I plan in advance how to efficiently organize and schedule the work.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
14. I look for new opportunities for the group to exploit, propose new undertakings, and offer innovative ideas.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
15. I take prompt and decisive action to deal with serious work-related problems and disturbances.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
16. I provide subordinates with supplies, equipment, support services, and other resources necessary to work effectively.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
17. I keep informed of the activities of the group and check on their performance.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
18. I keep informed of outside events that have important implications for the group.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
19. I promote and defend the interests of the group and take appropriate action to obtain necessary resources for the group.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
20. I emphasize teamwork and try to promote cooperation, cohesiveness, and identification with the group.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
21. I discourage unnecessary fighting and bickering within the group and help settle conflicts and disagreements in a constructive manner.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
22. I criticize specific acts that are unacceptable, find positive things to say, and provide an opportunity for people to offer explanations.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 
23. I take appropriate disciplinary action to deal with anyone who violates a rule, disobeys an order, or has consistently poor performance.
Very Descriptive of Me  1  Not Descriptive of Me
 


Source: Adapted from David D. Van Fleet and Gary A. Yukl, Military Leadership: An Organizational Behavior Perspective, 1986, pp. 38-39. Copyright 1986 by JAI Press.


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