A total of 1,100 American hotel sales and marketing professionals were surveyed to examine how these professionals became committed to their organization. It was found that organizational commitment was mainly a function of work-related characteristics (Job satisfaction and professional commitment). Some theoretical and practical implications are also discussed.
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