LMX Theory and Transformational Leadership

Running head: LMX THEORY AND TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
LMX THEORY AND TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
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LMX THEORY AND TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
The experience that I have with the Questionnaire of Leader-Member Exchange theory
containing seven sets of questions is amazing. These questions are all related to the functioning
of LMX theory to understand the role of our relationship with our leaders and the sub ordinates
in the workplace. The proper harmonious relationships are to be maintained in the working
environment within the organization premises. The role of the leaders is to maintain the control
and keep a healthy interpersonal relationship with the employees. Somehow, it is never possible
to keep one and all happy with one’s work and conduct. The leader-member exchange theory
focus on relationship that is interactive between the leaders and subordinates. It states that people
have different behaviour and attitude and should be treated likewise. Not one single action taken
by a leader can suffice every wish of all the subordinates (Hoch et al., 2018). The questionnaire
having 7 questions for assessing the intensity of the relationship between the leaders and
subordinates. The questions involve the different aspects to give exact readings on the leader-
member exchange theory. The questions have been put forward by using the likert scale
instrument having 5 options to assess the exact situation. My experience of creating proper
understanding between leaders and subordinates is the result of quality of the LMX 7
questionnaire. This indicates the efficient partnership of leader-member exchange theory. The
questionnaire can be completed both by the leader and also subordinates can use this to assess
the intensity of the situation (Hawkins, 2017).
The experience with the sample items from the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire or
MLQ form 5X Short is quite identified. It is being presented with both the options of assessing
self and rating forms (Gooty & Yammarino, 2016). My experience regarding questionnaire
involves assessing self-perceptions and other behavioral factors of leadership. A leader is
generally counted on various factors and that includes different characteristics of the leaders’