Power and influence can have a moderate positive effect on organizational commitment. Indicate...
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Power and influence can have a moderate positive effect on organizational commitment. Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Organizational Commitment:
Organizational commitment refers to the psychology of the employee towards the goals of the organization. Organizational commitment makes the employees loyal to the company.
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Organizational Commitment: Definition, Theory & Types
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Chapter 23 / Lesson 19
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In this lesson, learn what organizational commitment is. See the three-component model of normative commitment, continuance commitment, and affective commitment.
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