The Effect of Leadership Styles and Personal Characteristics on Employees Organizational Commitment Among Malaysian Sports Organizations.

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of leadership styles and personal characteristics on employees' organizational commitment within Malaysia Sports Organizations. The study aims to contribute to the understanding of how leadership practices and individual traits influence employees'commitment to their respective sports organizations. This study adopts a quantitative survey. A comprehensive literature review establishes the theoretical foundations, exploring key concepts such as leadership styles, organizational commitment, and personal characteristics. The theoretical framework integrates various leadership theories, including transformational leadership, transactional leadership, and ii servant leadership, to analyze their effects on organizational commitment.The sample for this study consists of employees from two sports organizations, which is Ministry of Youth and Sports Malaysia and National Sports Council of Malaysia. The quantitative phase involves the distribution of surveys to assess employees' perceptions of leadership styles, personal characteristics, and organizational commitment. The data collected is analyzed using statistical techniques such as regression analysis and correlation analysis to identify significant relationships and patterns.The findings of this research contribute to the existing literature by shedding light on the specific leadership styles and personal characteristics that positively influence employees' organizational commitment within sports organizations. It also highlights potential areas for improvement and provides recommendations for enhancing leadership practices to foster stronger organizational commitment.This study is of significant relevance to sports organizations, as understanding the factors that influence employee commitment can contribute to improved organizational performance, employee satisfaction, and overall success. By identifying effective leadership styles and recognizing the importance of personal characteristics, sports organizations can develop strategies to cultivate a positive work environment and enhance iii employee engagement and commitment.