Mediating Effect of Employee Self-Determination on the Relationship between Transformational Leadership and Organizational Commitment
Keywords:
Transformational Leadership, Organizational Commitment, Employee Self-Determination, MediationAbstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the mediating role of employee self-determination in the relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment. Data were gathered in a cross sectional survey of 227 bank employees in Vehari district (Pakistan). Hypothetico-deductive approach was used while the data were analyzed by using the partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Empirical results indicate that self-determination mediates the relationship between transformational leadership and organizational commitment. This study contributes to exiting literature by uncovering how transformational leadership exerts its effect of employees’ organizational commitment, through a motivational process i.e. self-determination. This study also guides the organizations toward achieving greater organizational commitment from their employees by using those leadership styles which enhance employees’ motivation. Study limitations and future research options have also been discussed.