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Analysis of The Influence of Work Discipline on Employee Performance with Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) As an Intervening Variable at The Regional Secretariat of Southeast Minahasa District
Full text linkThe Regional Secretariat of Southeast Minahasa Regency as an institution established based on the regional regulations of Southeast Minahasa Regency which assists the government (Regent) in carrying out its duties and authorities, and is inseparable from the demands to become a high-performance organization and as an organization that carries out the function of coordination and technical administrative services to all vertical government devices/agencies, then performance assessment for organizational apparatus has a very important meaning, especially in efforts to make improvements in the future. To support this, employee discipline must be managed and maintained so that employee performance can be achieved optimally. However, the abilities of each employee are certainly not the same, OCB plays a role in supporting employee performance so that they can both achieve the targets desired by the organization. Therefore, the researcher took the research theme "The Effect of Work Discipline on Employee Performance with Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) as an Intervening Variable. This study uses a quantitative approach with data analysis techniques using Path Analysis with SMART PLS 4.0 software. The population in this study were 165 employees of the Southeast Minahasa Regency Regional Secretariat and a sample of 80 respondents. The results of the study indicate that work discipline has a direct and significant effect on employee performance, work discipline has a direct and significant effect on OCB, OCB has a direct and significant effect on employee performance, and OCB is able to mediate the indirect effect between work discipline and employee performance. sustainable, according to employee needs so that employees will be able to master their field of work
Analysis of the Influence of Leadership, Motivation, Work Environment, and Job Satisfaction on the Performance of Employees of the Regional Forestry Service of North Sulawesi Province
Full text linkThis study aims to determine the Influence of Leadership, Motivation, Incentives, Work Environment, and Job Satisfaction on the Performance of Employees of the Regional Forestry Service of North Sulawesi Province. The study used quantitative methods and descriptive analysis of primary and secondary data using questionnaires, documentation, literature studies and direct observation, the number of samples was 100 people through simple random sampling techniques using multiple linear regression as an analysis tool. The results of the study showed that partially leadership had a positive but insignificant or indirect effect on employee performance, competence and work environment had a positive and significant effect on employee performance, as well as simultaneously showing the results that leadership, motivation and incentives in the work environment had a very positive and significant effect on employee performance of the Regional Forestry Service of North Sulawesi Province. It is recommended that the Regional Forestry Service of North Sulawesi Province in the future should continue to maintain and improve the competence of its employees, including by conducting courses/training related to the technical field of forestry considering the influence of competence on employee performance which is very significant and positive, it should continue to maintain and improve the quality of the work environment considering the positive and significant influence of the work environment on employee performanc
The Role of Agricultural Economy Cooperative Societies in Combating Insecurity in Nigeria
Full text linkThis paper examines the role of agricultural cooperative societies in combatting the menace of insecurity in Nigeria. The country is recently grappled with various forms of crimes and violence such as terrorism, armed banditry, and ethnic conflict among others. Therefore, the widespread of violence and insecurity in the country has negatively affected social and economic growth of the country. The insecurity has severely disrupted the livelihoods of Nigerians mainly the rural dwellers, it eroded trust among different Nigerian communities, and has exacerbated extreme poverty in the country. Against, this background, this study highlights the ways the cooperative societies in the country can contribute in enhancing community cohesion, promoting economic empowerment, providing social support. Among other things, this study also attempts to facilitate collaboration with security agencies. By the affective utilisation of the cooperative societies, the insecurity in Nigeria can be redress and eradicated to the minimal level. The societies can mobilize resources and foster resilience within the Nigerian people. The findings explicitly reveal that the potentials of the cooperative societies in addressing the insecurity have not been effectively utilised the need for a comprehensive approach to involve the cooperative societies in tackling the root causes of insecurity in Nigeria. However, the recommendations suggest for strengthening cooperative structures by the government through the involvement of the cooperative societies in promoting economic opportunities, and enhancing community engagement to create safer environments in the country
The Influence of Social Media, Brand Image And Customer Loyalty on Skin Care Purchase Decisions (Case Study of Sma Kr. 2 Binsus Tomohon)
Full text linkMany young generations in this digital era use skin care which is considered a long-term investment for skin health. They are willing to spend more for quality products that can provide the desired results. Young people also do not only view skin care as a routine, but also as part of their identity and lifestyle. This study aims to analyze the influence of social media, brand image, and customer loyalty on skin care product purchasing decisions among students of SMA KR.2 BINSUS TOMOHON. The population in the study was 200 students who were part of Skin Care users at SMA KR. 2 BINSUS TOMOHON. Data were collected through a Questionnaire with analysis using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The results of the Analysis show that Social Media does not have a positive but significant effect on Skin Care Purchasing Decisions. Brand Image does not have a positive but significant effect on skin care purchasing decisions. Customer loyalty has a positive and significant effect on skin care purchasing decisions. Social media, brand image and customer loyalty (all independent variables) simultaneously have a significant effect on the dependent variable of skincare purchasing decisions through the results of the F test. The results of this study are expected to provide a significant contribution to the development of more effective skincare product marketing strategies among teenager
Cryptocurrency Adoption and Its Role in Reshaping International Financial Systems
Full text linkBitcoin\u27s skyward trajectory is fueling a lot of talk about its potential ability to change the world. Keywords: financial, crypto, regulationThis article is published via TheCoinRepublic.comThis article retraces how cryptocurrencies are becoming more increasingly accepted in global markets and the effects it can have on traditional financial. With the rapid development of technology and higher levels of globalisation, cryptocurrency is now decentralised system to replace traditional currency with advantages like lower transaction costs, greater security and easier transferability. However, such a complexity as the regulatory uncertainty, volatility and crime potential still needs to get out of your way. This paper uses mixed-methods methodology to combines quantitative analysis on global cryptocurrency adoption rates with qualitative interviews with industry experts and regulators. The data suggest that while bitcoin adoption is rising, its impact is uneven by region, largely reflecting diverging national legal regimes and economic conditions. Countries with economic crises are more likely to turn to crypto as a hedge against inflation and currency depreciation, while developed nations focus on regulatory involvement and progress in blockchain technology. This indicates a major shift in financial systems and it would force long-standing banking companies to evolve, or become obsolete. Perhaps the most transformational use case driven by crypto, is that of decentralised finance (or DeFi), which challenges traditional financial intermediaries. The paper concludes that bitcoin has the potential to democratise world banking; however, its long-term viability depends on regulatory harmonisation, technical improvement and confidence in decentralised systems. The study improves understanding of the evolving role of cryptocurrency specifically in world finance, and suggests future research directions related to governance and security
The Influence of Product Completeness, Outlet Atmosphere, Service Quality, and Price Perception on Purchasing Decisions at Kimia Farma Pharmacy, Sam Ratulangi Manado
Full text linkThis study aims to analyze the effect of product completeness, outlet atmosphere, service quality, and price perception on purchasing decisions at Kimia Farma Sam Ratulangi Manado Pharmacy, both simultaneously and partially. This study uses a descriptive approach with a quantitative method, without comparing or connecting independent variables with other variables. Data were collected through questionnaires distributed to consumers who visited the pharmacy during the last six months, with a total population of 48,359 people. Sampling was carried out randomly, with a minimum of 30 samples and a maximum of 500 samples. The number of samples in this study was 248 people. The analysis methods used were validity, reliability, classical assumptions, hypothesis testing and multiple linear regression analysis using the SPSS version 27 application. Based on the test results, it can be concluded that product completeness, outlet atmosphere, service quality, and price perception simultaneously and partially have a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions at Kimia Farma Sam Ratulangi Manado Pharmac
Effectiveness of Digital Economy in Business Innovation Management
Full text linkThe paper presents the theoretical and methodological foundations for improving service provision in the conditions of modern economic activity and the diversity of organizational and legal forms of ownership in the national economy of the republic, including its most important component, the agro-industrial complex
The Influence of Leadership Style and Group Integration on Work Motivation (Research on Employees at the Gorontalo City-District Office)
Full text linkThis research aims to see the influence of leadership style and group cohesiveness on employee work motivation, with the hypothesis "there is a positive influence of leadership style and group cohesiveness on work motivation". The research method used is a causal survey method with multiple regression analysis techniques.The research target population was all district and city government employees in Gorontalo Province. Meanwhile, the affordable population is employees of the Gorontalo Regency and Gorontalo City technical services. From this population, 60 employees were selected as research samples. Based on the data analysis that has been carried out, this research produces findings which are concluded as follows: (i) leadership style and group cohesion together have a significant effect on work motivation; (ii) leadership style alone (partially) has a significant effect on work motivation; (iii) group integration alone (partially) has a significant effect on work motivation.
 
The Influences of Brand Image, Product Quality, Service Quality and Price Perception on the Purchase Decision of D\u27most Interior Products and Services
Full text linkThis study aims to analyze the influence of brand image, product quality, service quality, and price perception on product and service purchasing decisions at D\u27Most Interior, a company that plays an important role in the interior design industry. This study uses a quantitative descriptive approach with data collected through questionnaires to 92 D\u27Most Interior consumers as samples, taken using the total sampling technique. Conducted from September to October 2024, the analysis was carried out using validity, reliability, classical assumptions, hypotheses, and multiple linear regression tests with SPSS version 27. The results of the study indicate that brand image, product quality, service quality, and price perception simultaneously have a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions, but partially, only brand image and service quality have a significant effect, while product quality and price perception do not have a significant effect
The Effect of E-Wom, Product Quality, and Brand Awareness on Purchase Intention at Babang Redo Coffee Shop
Full text linkThis study aims to determine the Analysis of E-WOM, Product Quality, and Brand Awareness on Purchase Intention at Babang Redo Coffee Shop. This study is an associative study using a quantitative approach. The population in this study were consumers at Babang Redo Coffee Shop per month, namely 2,100 people. Determination of the sample using the Slovin formula and a precision level of 10%, from a population of 2,100 people, the number of samples needed is 100 respondents. Sampling in this study was determined by the Slovin formula, and the analysis technique used the Multiple Linear Regression Analysis technique. The data used in this study are primary and secondary data. Data collection in this study was carried out using interview techniques, questionnaire distribution techniques and library techniques. The results of the study show that the E-WOM variable has a positive and insignificant effect on Purchase Intention, the Product Quality variable has a positive and significant effect on Purchase Intention, the Brand Awareness variable has a positive and significant effect on Purchase Intention, and E-WOM, Product Quality and Brand Awareness have an effect on Purchase Intention of Babang Redo Coffee.Based on the test results it can be concluded thatIt is important for Babang Redo Coffee to pay attention to Product Quality and Brand Awareness which are the determinants of Purchase Intention