The Effect Of Transformational Leadership And Work Motivation On The Performance Of Operational Employees Of Pt Karunia Bakti Utama, Garut District

Muhammad Ali Akbar; Muhardi Muhardi

doi:10.55681/economina.v5i9.4013

Authors

Muhammad Ali Akbar Universitas Jenderal Achmad Yani, Indonesia
Muhardi Universitas Jenderal Achmad Yani, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55681/economina.v5i9.4013

Keywords:

Transformational Leadership; Work Motivation; Employee Performance; Land Transportation

Abstract

This study tests the effects of transformational leadership and work motivation on operational employee performance at PT Karunia Bakti Utama, Garut Regency. A quantitative explanatory survey involved 147 respondents selected from 231 employees using the Slovin formula and simple random sampling. Questionnaire data were analyzed through instrument and classical assumption tests, multiple linear regression, t-test, F-test, and the coefficient of determination. The mean scores were 3.30 for transformational leadership, 3.36 for work motivation, and 3.68 for performance. The regression equation was Y = 5.914 + 0.260X1 + 0.341X2. Transformational leadership (t = 8.009; p < 0.001) and work motivation (t = 6.810; p < 0.001) had positive and significant effects. Their simultaneous effect was also significant (F = 67.254; p < 0.001), with R2 = 0.483. Leadership role modeling, individualized attention, compensation, occupational security, and workplace relationships are practical priorities.

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