The study utilized two widely accepted and proven leadership scales. Self-perceived
transformational leadership was measured using the MLQ and self-perceived resilience was
measured with the CD-RISC. The MLQ creators, Dr. Bernard Bass and Dr. Bruce Avolio,
now administer and direct MLQ copyright and permission requests through a company titled
Mind Garden. CD-RISC copyright and permissions were obtained directly from Dr. Jonathan
Davidson (see Appendices F and G).