The Role of Spiritual Leadership as a Moderating Variable on The Influence Work-Life Balanceon Employee Performance at PT PLN Persero Semarang Area

Afida Setia Dini

Abstract


This study aims to analyze the influence of work-life balance on employee performance and examine the role of spiritual leadership as a moderating variable in this relationship at PT PLN (Persero) Semarang Area. This research was motivated by a research gap related to inconsistencies in previous research findings regarding the influence of work-life balance on performance and the role of leadership as a moderating variable. This study employed a quantitative approach with an explanatory approach. The study population was all 376 employees of PT PLN (Persero) Semarang Area, with a sample of 100 respondents selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data collection was conducted using a questionnaire with a five-point Likert scale. Data analysis used Structural Equation Modeling based on Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS). The results showed that work-life balance had a positive and significant effect on employee performance. Furthermore, spiritual leadership was shown to act as a moderating variable in the relationship between work-life balance and employee performance. These findings support Social Exchange Theory, which states that organizational support in creating work-life balance will encourage improved performance as a form of positive reciprocity from employees. Practically, the results of this study provide implications for management in optimizing work-life balance policies and developing spiritual leadership practices to sustainably improve employee performance.


Keywords


Balance; Employee; Leadership; Performance.

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