Development and validation of the leadership learning agility scale.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Learning agility is key in the selection and development of future leaders. However, prior research has failed to clearly conceptualize learning agility and to empirically clarify its dimensions.

Method

We developed the Leadership Learning Agility Scale (LLAS) by using a combination of both deductive and inductive approaches and established scale development and validation procedures. We administered the LLAS among three independent samples of workers and leaders (N = 907; N = 196; N = 219).

Results

Our results indicate that our 18-item LLAS measures the willingness to learn from social experiences, and the drive to apply those lessons in new and challenging leadership roles, and comprises a Developing Leadership, Seeking Feedback, an

SUBMITTER: Bouland-van Dam SIM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9817000 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature