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Transformational leadership, employee engagement and performance: Mediating effect of psychological ownership

Year: 2011

Type: article

Abstract: In this study, we examined the relationship between transformational leadership, employee engagement and employee performance. Furthermore the mediating effect of psychological ownership in the dimensions of self-efficacy, belongingness, self-identity and accountability are studied in the relationship of these variables with employee performance. The empirical findings of data, collected through questionnaires from sample of 270 employees and managers of telecom companies indicated significant relationship between transformational leadership, employee engagement practices and employee performance. Results also supported the mediation of psychological ownership in relationship of these variables. Managerial implications and future research directions are discussed. Key words: Transformational leadership, employee engagement, employee performance, psychological ownership.

Source: AFRICAN JOURNAL OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

DOI: 10.5897/ajbm11.126

Authors: Ghafoor Azka, Masood Qureshi Tahir, Aslam Khan M, Tahir Hijazi Syed

Institution: University of Central Punjab

Language: English

Topic: Job Satisfaction and Organizational Behavior

Subfield: Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

Field: Business, Management and Accounting

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W2153602014