THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN WORKPLACE SPIRITUALITY AND ORGANIZATIONAL IDENTIFICATION IS INFLUENCED BY ORGANIZATION-BASED SELF-RESPECT AS A MEDIATOR

Abstract

Purpose- This research paper delves into the relationship between workplace spirituality (WS) and organizational identification (OI) and the mediating role of organization-based self-esteem (OBSE) in this association. Methodology- The study involved the participation of 206 administrative personnel at Canakkale Onsekiz Mart University in Canakkale province. The data collected were subjected to several statistical analyses, including explanatory and confirmatory factor analyses, normality tests, correlation analyses, hierarchical regression analyses, and Sobel tests. The results of these analyses revealed significant findings, supporting the hypothesis that workplace spirituality affects organizational identification, with OBSE serving as a mediator in this relationship. Findings- The findings suggest that employees with WS and OBSE are more likely to identify with their organization's beliefs and values. Conclusion- Incorporating WS can result in favorable OI, mainly when an individual's core values are congruent with the company's. In this context, an individual's confidence in their skills and their conviction in their ability to make valuable contributions to the organization fosters a strong sense of self-esteem in the workplace.