Dear Madam / Sir:
Greetings! Thank you very much for taking the time to participate in this survey. The purpose of this study is to explore the impact of female leadership on the organizational culture of Chinese companies, and your answers will provide important data to support our research. The data collected from the questionnaire will be anonymous and will not be made public. All data will be used for academic research only, and we will keep your information strictly confidential.
Basic Corporate Information 1. What is the size of your business? A. Small (number of employees<200) B. Medium-sized (200 ≤ number of employees<1000) C. Large (≥ 1000 employees)
2. What is the industry type of your enterprise? A. Manufacturing B. Service Industry C. High-tech Industry D. Finance E. Real Estate F. Others (please specify)
3. What is the length of service for women leaders? A. Less than 5 years B. 5 - 10 years C. 10 - 15 years D. More than 15 years
Female Leadership Characteristics
4. What is the age of your company? A. Less than 5 years B. 5 - 10 years C. 10 - 15 years D. More than 15 years
5. What is the highest level of education for women leaders? A. College or less B. Bachelor's degree C. Master's degree D. Doctoral degree
6. The most experience of female leaders in your company in their current industry is? A. Less than 5 years B. 5 - 10 years C. 10 - 15 years D. More than 15 years
7. When women leaders make decisions, they usually? A. make decisions alone, without consulting others B. present their ideas first and then consult the team C. organize team members to discuss and make decisions together D. make decisions based primarily on team input
8. When communicating a task, will a female leader do it? A. give simple instructions and ask employees to carry them out B. Explain the background and objectives of the task in detail and encourage employees to ask questions. C. Discuss with employees how to carry out the task
9. What do women leaders do when their employees achieve success? A. give material rewards B. give verbal praise and encouragement C. provide more opportunities for development
10. Personal attributes of women leaders
Female leaders are able to understand the work pressures and difficulties of their employees.
Women leaders show conviction and confidence in the face of difficulties.
Women leaders are able to make quick decisions when faced with complex decisions.
Women leaders have a strong sense of innovation and often come up with new ideas and solutions.
Women leaders are good at listening to different opinions and are able to think from others' perspectives.
Organisational Culture
11. The extent to which you think women leaders influence the cultural climate of an organization.
How much do team members trust each other?
How often do team members share information?
How much does the organization encourage employees to come up with new ideas and suggestions?
How strongly does the firm provide resource support for innovation projects?
How well does the organization integrate employees from different cultural backgrounds within the organization?
How much importance does the organization place on teamwork?
How strong are the firm's efforts to create a culture of innovation?
12. How fair is the organisation in treating employees of different genders, ages and backgrounds? Employee Attitudes and Behaviour
13. Are you satisfied with your current job description? Very dissatisfied
Very satisfied
14. Do you think that the compensation and benefits offered by the company are competitive? Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
15. Do you feel that the company provides you with sufficient opportunities for career development? Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
16. Do you feel comfortable in your work environment? Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
17. Are you comfortable working with co-workers from different backgrounds? Strongly Disagree
Strongly Agree
18. Do you often try new methods and techniques in your work? 19. Do you have a desire to stay with the company for a long time? Very reluctant
Very willing
20. To what extent do you identify with the organizational culture of the company? 21. Do you think that the company's organizational culture has an impact on your motivation at work? Very negative
Very positive
Other comments or suggestions
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