Porter et al (1974, p 604) further describes organisational commitment as “an
attachment to the organisation, characterised by an intention to remain in it;
an identification with the values and goals of the organisation; and a
willingness to exert extra effort on its behalf”. Individuals consider the extent
to which their own values and goals relate to that of the organisation as part of
organisational commitment, therefore it is considered to be the linkage
between the individual employee and the organisation.