Norris (2008) conducted an empirical study by utilizing the RSLQ measurement
tool with graduate students. According to Norris (2008), "The results of the study
indicated that a positive and significant relationship existed between general self-efficacy
and natural reward, constructive thought, and general self-leadership strategies" (p. 54).
Norris's research confirmed that the strategy of natural reward by which people
intrinsically motivate themselves through enjoyable activities became blended into their
work style. Additionally, Norris found that strong self-leaders use self-efficacy and
positive thinking to address challenges. Norris stressed the importance of researching
self-leadership because "some organizations are moving away from top-down, command and-control leadership to shared leadership" (p. 56). These emerging workplaces
encourage employees to be more involved and to be accountable for their individual
performance; such organizations create atmospheres that are conducive to the
development of self-leadership strategies (p. 56).