Individualized Consideration (MLQ subset)
LeadershipReliability: alpha 0.743 sample items
About this scale
A 4-item subscale of the MLQ measuring individualized consideration — coaching, mentoring, and treating each follower as a unique individual.
Sample item(s)
“My supervisor spends time teaching and coaching”
“My supervisor treats me as an individual rather than just as a member of a group”
“My supervisor considers me as having different needs, abilities, and aspirations from others”
Reliability
Reported internal consistency: alpha 0.74. As a rule of thumb, Cronbach’s α ≥ .70 is considered acceptable, ≥ .80 good, and ≥ .90 excellent for established measures.
Notes
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Source & citation
Bass, B. M., & Avolio, B. J. (1995): MLQ-5X. Mind Garden.
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