Dispositional affect and leadership effectiveness: A comparison of self-esteem, optimism, and efficacy
MMm Chemers, CB Watson, ST May Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin 2000
A two-part study examined the effects of leadership efficacy and optimism on the evaluation and performance of military cadet leaders. Cadets at several universities responded to measures of leadership confidence and optimism. In Part 1, the cadets (n = 96) were rated for leadership potential by their military science professors. Both lea...