The Influence of Motivation, Empowerment, on Organizational Commitment: Role of LMX as a Mediator
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Othman hussein al-Bataineh , Dr. Rashidah Mohammad Ibrahim ,
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Abstract
The objective of this paper is to determine the relationship between motivated, empowerment and organizational commitment, through existing LMX as mediating among employees in Jordanian municipalities. The findings show that there is a positive association between antecedent behavioral and organizational commitment. In conclusion, municipalities should consider in enhancing motivated, empowerment and organizational culture to boost the level of their employees’ commitment.
Keywords
Motivation, Empowerment, Organizational Commitment, LMX, municipalities
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