Exploring The Relationship between Leadership Preferences and Personal Values in Adults

This study delves into the intricate relationship between leadership preferences and personal values among adults. Employing a sample size of 150 individuals, the research utilizes two established instruments: the Leadership Preference Scale by L.I. Bhushan and the Personal Value Questionnaire by G.P. Sherry and R.P. Verma. The Leadership Preference Scale categorizes leadership preferences into authoritarian and democratic orientations, offering insight into participants’ inclinations towards different leadership styles. On the other hand, the Personal Value Questionnaire identifies and measures ten distinct values within individuals, encompassing religious, social, democratic, aesthetic, economic, knowledge, hedonistic, power, family prestige, and health values. By analysing the responses gathered through these tools, the study seeks to discern patterns, correlations, and associations between leadership preferences and personal values. Through comprehensive data analysis, this research aims to contribute to a deeper understanding of the interplay between individual leadership tendencies and underlying personal values, ultimately providing insights into how personal values may guide leadership preferences, offering a deeper look into the factors that shape leadership behaviours and their broader impact in various organizational and social contexts.