THE EFFECT OF WORK SPIRIT AND WORK ABILITY ON EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE THROUGH JOB SATISFACTION AS AN INTERVENING VARIABLE AT SMKN 6 TANJUNG BALAI

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the influence of work morale and work ability on employee
performance, with job satisfaction as an intervening variable at SMKN 6 Tanjung Balai. Work
morale and work ability are considered important factors that can drive employee productivity and
effectiveness, both directly and through job satisfaction. The study sample consisted of 30
employees selected purposively, ensuring that respondents had experience and relevance
appropriate to the research focus. Data were collected through a questionnaire designed to measure
employee morale, work ability, job satisfaction, and performance. Data analysis was conducted
using appropriate statistical techniques to test the relationships between variables and identify
direct and indirect influences. The results are expected to demonstrate how work morale and work
ability significantly influence employee performance, both directly and through job satisfaction.
These findings have important implications for human resource management at SMKN 6 Tanjung
Balai, particularly in designing strategies to improve employee performance. By understanding the
role of job satisfaction as an intervening variable, management can develop more effective policies
and programs to improve employee motivation, competence, and overall performance. This study
is also expected to contribute to the educational management literature and serve as a basis for
further research on the factors that influence employee performance in secondary education
settings.
Keywords: Work Ability, Job Satisfaction, Performance, and Work Morale.