Leadership Qualities Sought by Employers

Hello: You are invited to participate in Jazmin Wubben's Leadership Qualities Employers Seek from South Dakota State University Students in the Hiring Process survey. In this survey, approximately 125 people will be asked to complete a survey that asks questions about leadership qualities based off Kouzes and Posner's Leadership Inventory Practices.

It will take approximately 15 minutes to complete the questionnaire. Your participation in this study is completely voluntary. There are no foreseeable risks associated with this project. However, if you feel uncomfortable answering any questions, you can withdraw from the survey at any point. It is very important for us to learn your opinions.

Your survey responses will be strictly confidential and data from this research will be reported only in the aggregate. Your information will be coded and will remain confidential.

If you have questions at any time about the survey or the procedures, you may contact Jazmin Wubben by email at [email protected].

Thank you very much for your time and support. Please start with the survey now by clicking on the Continue button below.

* How many years have you been employed at your current company?

* What are the top five leadership qualities sought by your organization? (Separate by commas)

* The following themes are identified by Kouzes and Posner's Leadership Practices Inventory (Kouzes & Posner, 2003)

Rank the themes 1-5 (most-least desirable) with their importance when seeking potential employees.

Model the Way - Clarify values by finding your voice and affirming shared values/Set the example by aligning actions with shared values
Shared Vision - Envision the future by imagining exciting and ennobling possibilities/Enlist others in a common vision by appealing to shared aspirations
Challenge the Process - Search for opportunities by seizing the initiative and by looking outward for innovation ways to improve/Experiment and take risks by constantly generating small wins and learning from experience
Enable Others to Act - Foster collaboration by building trust and facilitating relations/Strengthen others by increasing self-determination and developing competence
Encourage the Heart - Recognize contributions by showing appreciation for individual excellence/Celebrate the values and victories by creating a spirit of community

* The following practices are identified by Kouzes and Posner's Leadership Practices Inventory (Kouzes & Posner, 2003).

Rank the following practices 1-10 (most-least desirable) with their importance when seeking potential employees.

Searches outside the formal boundaries of his/her organization for innovative ways to improve a company
Speaks with genuine conviction about the higher meaning and purpose of the company's work
Publicly recognizes people who exemplify commitment to shared values of the company
Actively listens to diverse points of view
Treats others with dignity and respect
Asks for feedback on how his/her actions affect other people's performance
Talks about future trends that will influence how the company's work gets done
Makes certain that a company sets achievable goals, makes concrete plans, and establishes measurable milestones for the projects and programs that the company works on
Is clear about his/her philosophy of leadership
Makes it a point to let people know about his/her confidence in their abilities

* Rank other criteria 1-4 (most-least) important to your organization

Academic Performance
Club Involvement
Prior Internship or Work Experience
Other

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