Validating an instrument for assessing authentic leadership among Hispanic managers in the U.S. context

The Hispanic managerial workforce in the United States represents a rapidly growing demographic, yet research concerning the leadership behaviors and characteristics of Hispanic managers remains limited. This research underscores the importance of employing culturally appropriate and validated measurement instruments for assessing leadership within this unique demographic group. The validation of such instruments is pivotal for the advancement of comprehensive theories and frameworks tailored to Hispanic managers, fostering the development of inclusive and effective management practices. This study aims to assess the validity and reliability of the Authentic Leadership Questionnaire (ALQ) in the context of Hispanic managers, recognizing potential cultural nuances that may impact leadership perceptions. Furthermore, it explores the influence of cultural dimensions, such as paternalismo, familismo, and collectivism, on authentic leadership within the Hispanic managerial population. Validating the ALQ in this population contributes to the generalizability of the instrument and facilitates its broader application in research and practice.