The Influence of Leadership Style, Work Motivation, and Job Satisfaction on the Performance of Lecturers in Higher Education Institutions in Indonesia

Abstract

Objectives: Higher educational institutions play a crucial role in the advancement of Indonesia. Accordingly, this study was designed to investigate the impact of leadership style, work motivation, and workplace environment on job satisfaction, with job satisfaction serving as a mediating variable. Methodology/Data Collection: Data were collected through simple random sampling from lecturers at Indonesian universities. A 7-point Likert scale questionnaire was employed for data collection. The study achieved a response rate of 72.75%. The gathered data were analysed using Smart PLS 4. Findings: The findings of the study indicated that job satisfaction, leadership style, work motivation, and work environment had a significant impact on lecturers' performance. Additionally, the effect of job satisfaction on lecturers' performance was found to be significant. The results also supported the mediating role of job satisfaction. Policy Implication: These findings are valuable for academicians and policymakers in the higher education sector.