Effect of Reciprocal Leniency on the Relation between Consideration Scores from the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire and Performance Ratings

Abstract

This study tested the hypothesis that “reciprocal leniency” moderated the relationship between Consideration scores on the Leader Behavior Description Questionnaire—Form XII and performance ratings. Reciprocal leniency was defined as a response style in which scores on the questionnaire are affected by harsh, lenient, or fair ratings made by the supervisor. Results partially supported the hypothesis.