Bass and Avolio's Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire

Bass and Avolio's Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ) is a tool used to measure different styles of leadership. It assesses leaders on factors like transformational leadership—how they inspire and motivate others to achieve a shared vision—and transactional leadership, which focuses on clear exchanges such as rewards for performance or correction. The MLQ helps organizations understand how leaders influence their teams, improve leadership development, and foster productive environments by identifying strengths and areas for growth in leadership behaviors.