Engagement means the willingness to "go the extra mile". It is based on strong motivation.

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Motivation means "driving force". It is based on emotional and neuronal activities, which refer to the striving for goals or desirable target objects. 

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In the process of motivation:

• motives for action are generated

• alternative courses of action are considered,

• a choice is made between action alternatives,

• action is directed towards a goal, and

• action is controlled and kept going on.
   

Leadership and motivation are both influencing factors for social interaction and control.

 

Retention or Commitment 

describe the extent to which a person identifies with an organization and feels aligned and bonded to the organization's goals and culture.