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This study aims to analyze the implementation of leadership supervision in efforts to improve the performance quality of Civil Servants (PNS) in the Economic Affairs Section at the Regional Secretariat of Langkat Regency. The research findings indicate that the effectiveness of supervision greatly depends on clear objectives, performance indicators, periodic evaluations, and open communication between leaders and staff. Although there are challenges such as ineffective communication and imbalanced workloads, proposed solutions include improving communication and utilizing technology to enhance supervision and employee performance. Optimal supervision has been shown to play a key role in improving PNS performance, with an emphasis on monitoring, evaluation, and skill development. Despite challenges like limited resources and ineffective communication, solutions such as training, open communication, and technology can improve supervision efficiency. Most PNS show a positive attitude towards management and supervision, although there is still room for improvement in communication and skill development. Going forward, it is expected that supervision will become more structured, technology-based, and communicative to support the achievement of organizational goals more efficiently and enhance public service quality.

This research aims to find out what factors can influence the level of demand other than price in the North Sangatta main market. This type of research is field research, with a qualitative descriptive approach. The data collection techniques used in this research are interviews, observation and documentation. The data analysis used in this research is qualitative descriptive, through several stages, the first stage is data reduction, the second stage is data presentation, and the final stage is drawing conclusions. The results of this research show that there are several factors that influence the level of demand from the consumer's point of view and the producer's point of view in the main market of North Sumatra. From the consumer's point of view, factors that influence the level of demand include the size and shape of goods or services, promotions and discounts, and income. monthly, from the producer's point of view, including consumer behavior (consumer tastes), quality of goods, certain seasons or weather, and prices of other goods.

This Research to determine the influence of Celebrity Endorser, Brand Image, and Product Quality on the Purchase Intention of Wardah Cosmetics in Rimbo Bujang, Tebo Regency. The research population consists of all consumers of Wardah cosmetic products, which is an unlimited number, where a sample of 100 respondents was selected using the Purposive Sampling technique. (Sampel bertujuan). Based on the data processing results using SPSS, it was found that, partially, Celebrity Endorser has a positive and significant effect on the purchase interest in Wardah Cosmetics. Brand Image has a positive and significant effect on the purchase interest in Wardah Cosmetics, and Product Quality has a positive and significant effect on the purchase interest in Wardah Cosmetics. Simultaneously, Celebrity Endorser, Brand Image, and Product Quality together have a positive and significant effect on the purchase interest.

The objective of this research is to evaluate the impact of brand image and product quality on consumer purchasing decisions regarding MS Glow products in Solo. A positive brand image can enhance consumers' trust in a particular brand; however, product quality remains the primary determinant of satisfaction and choice among consumers. Using qualitative methodology with phenomenological approach, the study aims to understand consumers’ experiences and perspectives towards MS Glow products. The findings indicate that strong brand images, such as reliable reputation and consumer confidence, significantly influence purchase decisions. Additionally, product qualities including durability, performance, design, and innovative features play crucial roles in consumer decision-making processes. This research is expected to help companies develop better marketing strategies to meet individual customer needs effectively.

The purpose of this study is to analyze the effects of store atmosphere and customer lifestyle on purchasing behavior, focusing specifically on Parewa customers. Employing a quantitative survey methodology, the research integrates an explanatory approach with a correlational design to explore the relationships between these variables. The study follows a cross-sectional framework, with data collected at a single point in time. The individual purchaser serves as the unit of analysis, and the research is carried out within a natural, real-world environment. The findings demonstrate a statistically significant and positive correlation between store atmosphere and customers' purchasing decisions. This implies that an inviting and comfortable store environment increases the likelihood of customer purchases at Parewa. Additionally, the results show a significant positive correlation between lifestyle and purchasing behavior, suggesting that customers with enhanced lifestyles are more inclined to purchase Parewa products. These insights underline the importance of aligning store ambiance and customer lifestyle preferences to drive sales effectively.  

Noteworthy changes in customer behavior due to the advancement of data and communication innovation have driven to an increment in online shopping, particularly amid the Covid-19 widespread. This ponder points to analyze the impact of electronic word-of-mouth (e-WOM) and believe on buy deliberate within the setting of e-commerce in Indonesia. With information appearing a surge in exchanges on different marketplaces, this consider distinguishes that positive e-WOM can increment buy deliberate, whereas negative e-WOM tends to diminish it. In expansion, consumers' level of believe in online shopping stages emphatically impacts buy choices. The discoveries appear that both e-WOM and believe have a critical positive impact on buy deliberate. The comes about of this consider give experiences for companies to develop effective promoting techniques to extend buy deliberate and construct shopper believe within the computerized time. 

Gratitude plays a crucial role in enhancing psychological well-being, particularly for students who balance work and studies. This research seeks to explore the connection between gratitude and psychological well-being among working students at Pamulang University. A quantitative approach was used, involving 107 respondents who were selected through purposive sampling and completed a Google Form survey. The data were analyzed using simple linear regression with SPSS 26 software. The analysis revealed a correlation coefficient of 0.824, showing a significant relationship between gratitude and psychological well-being. This suggests that higher levels of gratitude are associated with better psychological well-being. The study also highlights the significance of gratitude-based interventions to help working students manage stress and enhance their overall quality of life. Additionally, this research contributes to the field of positive psychology, particularly within Indonesia's higher education context, and offers practical recommendations for universities to develop programs that more effectively support the well-being of working students.    

This study aims to examine the influence of Brand Awareness on the Purchase Intention of consumers of SilverQueen chocolate products in the Tangerang area. The method used in this study is a quantitative approach with survey techniques, involving 100 respondents from various demographic backgrounds. Data collection was conducted through questionnaires using a Likert scale and analyzed with SPSS software. The results of the validity test show that all indicators used to measure Brand Awareness and Purchase Intention are valid, with the calculated r value exceeding the table r value and significance below 0.05. The reliability test shows a Cronbach's Alpha value of 0.936, indicating that the questionnaire has very good consistency. The normality, multicollinearity, and heteroscedasticity tests indicate that the regression model meets the classical assumptions. The results of the coefficient of determination (R²) analysis indicate that Brand Awareness contributes 11.9% to Purchase Intention. The t-test shows that Brand Awareness has a significant positive effect on Purchase Intention, with a calculated t value of 3.630, greater than the t-table value, and a significance value of 0.000, which is less than 0.05. These findings confirm that the higher the level of Brand Awareness, the greater the likelihood that consumers will purchase SilverQueen products. This research provides valuable insights for the company in designing effective marketing strategies, emphasizing the importance of increasing Brand Awareness to boost consumer purchase interest.    

Company Performance is one of the most important things for a company. Company Performance is an indicator  for stakeholders because it showshow good is the company and whether to considered to invest in the company. With the phenomenon of sustainability in this era, it also determines stakeholder decisions in viewing a company, therefore stakeholders do not only look at the company's financial statements, but also the disclosure of the Sustainability Report (SR). This study examines the influence of SR disclosure on Company Financial Performance. The companies used in this study are APP Group issuer companies, namely PT. Tjiwi Kimia Paper Factory and PT Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper Tbk. Using quantitative methods with simple regression analysis. The findings of this study state that SR disclosure has no effect on the company's financial performance.

This study aims to determine the influence of variables, namely Current Ratio, Total Assets Turnover, Debt To Asset Ratio, Return On Assets, Sales Growth and Earning Per Shares on the company PT Indofood CBP Sukses Makmur Tbk before and after the Acquisition with PT Arla Indofood Makmur Dairy Tbk which has been listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2016-2022. The research location used in this study is PT, Indofood, Tbk. Where researchers will take data through financial reports on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. The analysis technique used is the Paired T-test. The results in this study indicate that the variables Current Ratio, Debt To Asset Ratio, Sales Growth and Earning Per Shares show significant differences between before and after the acquisition, while Total Assets Turnover, Return On Assets do not show significant differences between before and after the acquisition. With this research, it is hoped that the company can further improve various factors that do not have an effect in this study.

The purpose of this study is to ascertain how customer satisfaction at the Honda Sinar Wijaya Motor Kediri dealer is impacted by factors such as location, pricing, and service quality. Quantitative research is what this kind of study is. Primary and secondary data are the methods of data collecting that are employed. At the Honda Sinar Wijaya Motor Kediri Dealer, 77 respondents provided samples for the study through the use of the incidental sampling technique. Literature reviews, interviews, and questionnaires were used to gather the research data. Multiple linear regression analysis is the method of analysis that is employed. The t-test of the service quality variable showed a significant partial influence on customer satisfaction with a sig result of 0.001 <0.05, and the study's multiple linear regression equation was Y = 19,414 + 0.375X1 + 0.521X2 + 0.291X3. With a sig value of 0.001>0.05, price has a strong partial impact on customer satisfaction. With a sig. value of 0.017>0.05, location has a strong partial impact on customer satisfaction. With a significance value of 0.000 <0.05, the F test yielded the F count result. According to the analysis's findings, customer satisfaction at the Honda Sinar Wijaya Motor Kediri Dealer is significantly impacted by pricing, location, and service quality all at the same time.

This community service activity aims to provide solutions to the challenges faced by PT Citra Marindo in implementing digital marketing. PT Citra Marindo, a company engaged in providing products and services for the maritime industry, encounters obstacles in fully leveraging the potential of digital marketing. This activity focuses on assisting the company in improving and enhancing their digital marketing strategies. A more comprehensive digital marketing implementation was applied through various social media platforms such as Instagram, WhatsApp Business, and e-commerce platforms like Tokopedia. Additionally, business branding development included designing more attractive logos, professional product photos, and packaging that aligns with market preferences. Quality control systems were introduced to ensure high product quality, while effective promotional strategies were implemented to increase brand visibility and awareness among consumers. All steps were tailored to real-world conditions, including cost calculations for marketing elements to ensure they do not burden product prices and can be sustained. It is hoped that this activity will have a positive impact on increasing PT Citra Marindo business profits and serve as a useful reference for other businesses facing similar issues

This study provides a new perspective on the influence of social media marketing activities (SMMA) on the purchase intention of students towards the Kahf brand. The use of social media has truly increased massively, and this has led many companies to change the way they engage their brands with consumers. This phenomenon creates a need for this research to further investigate the influence of Social Media Marketing Activities (SMMA) on social brand engagement (SBE), brand equity (BAQ), and purchase intention (PIN). Therefore, the aim of this study is to explore the impact of SMMA on students' purchase intentions regarding the Kahf brand, considering brand equity and social brand engagement. This research uses the SOR (Stimulus Organism Response) theory as the foundation of the study. This research uses a quantitative method with 144 respondents, employing Roscoe's formula and purposive sampling technique. The data in this study was obtained by having respondents fill out a questionnaire. There are 20 questions that respondents must answer through Google Forms. The researcher analyzes the results of the discriminant validity using the Fornell-Larcker Criterion. This research aims to determine the impact of social media marketing activities (SMMA) and purchase intention on the products offered by the Kahf brand. The survey results will be analyzed using descriptive statistics, employing PLS-SEM version 4.0 and SPSS to test the quantitative data. The results of this study indicate that social media marketing activities have a positive and significant impact on purchase intention, while brand equity and social engagement do not have a positive and significant effect on purchase intention. The findings suggest that the effectiveness of marketing is achieved through social media marketing activities that positively and significantly influence respondents' purchase intentions.

The unhealthy financial condition of 7 state-owned construction companies in Indonesia has prompted the Indonesian government to pursue mergers through the Ministry of State-Owned Enterprises. This study analyzes the impact of these mergers on the 7 state-owned construction companies in Indonesia based on the synergy theory. This research is a literature study that uses previous research findings as a basis to reinforce the impact of mergers analyzed based on the synergy theory. According to the results of the literature analysis conducted, the synergy theory suggests that merging the 7 state-owned construction companies can be expected to increase profitability and improve financial health. This is because mergers can enhance efficiency, and market power, and strengthen the companies financial condition.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in banking has grown rapidly in recent years, providing opportunities and challenges in dealing with it. AI in the banking world is expected to facilitate use, strengthen customer data security, and optimize risk management. This article aims to analyze the level of customer user experience towards banking services by utilizing artificial intelligence (AI). The analysis technique used in this study is descriptive with a quantitative approach, involving 100 respondents of various ages, various jobs and various educational backgrounds. The main requirement for respondents is that they are customers of various conventional banks in Ponorogo Regency who have used artificial intelligence (AI)-based banking services. Data were collected through questionnaires supplemented with secondary data in the form of documents related to the implementation of artificial intelligence in the banking service system. The application of AI in the banking sector is the detection and prevention of fraudulent transactions in real time, identity verification through biometrics, identity verification through biometrics, chatbots and virtual assistants for customer service, detecting suspicious activity, and the use of smart wallets. The findings in this study explain that artificial intelligence (AI) is able to increase the efficiency of services to customers, provide a better experience, and improve the quality of banking services. Customers are greatly helped by the use of artificial intelligence (AI)

Creating a positive work environment through effective conflict management plays a crucial and important role in fostering a productive and harmonious workplace. It was found that conflict resolution techniques such as mediation, negotiation, and a collaborative approach can reduce tension and strengthen relationships among employees. Open communication also proves to be a key factor in managing conflicts constructively, with companies that have transparent communication policies being more capable of creating a harmonious work atmosphere. A proactive approach by managers in handling potential conflicts, as well as ongoing training in conflict resolution, also plays a significant role in creating a healthy and productive environment.

The growth of digital technology has significantly transformed the marketing strategies employed by micro, small, and medium enterprises. Within an increasingly competitive digital marketing ecosystem, high-quality visual branding serves as a crucial component in capturing consumer attention and enhancing brand awareness. However, the enterprises frequently encounter constraints related to budget, technology, and expertise in producing effective visual content. In response to these challenges, Rabbithall Studio offers a solution by providing affordable, high-quality content, particularly for enterprises that operating in the foods and beverages sector. This research aims to design a Business Model Canvas (BMC) for Rabbithall Studio to effectively support the digital marketing strategy of MSMEs. A descriptive qualitative approach is used to analyze key elements in the BMC, such as customer segments, value propositions, distribution channels, and cost structure. The research findings reveal that Rabbithall Studio has a strategic business model, focusing on providing aesthetic and Instagrammable product photography services, along with copywriting support. This study offers a strategic guide for MSMEs to adopt visual and content-based marketing to enhance their competitiveness in the digital market.

Masita Wahyuni Asih 2024, The Effect of Non Performing Loan (NPL), Return on Asset (ROA), and Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) on Price to book value (PBV) at BUMN Banks listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the 2018-2023 Period. Makassar STIM-LPI Management Science Study Program (supervised by Fausiah, S.E., M.Si. and Andi Herman Tellu, S.E., M.M.). The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of Non Performing Loan (NPL), Return on Asset (ROA), and Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) on Price to Book Value (PBV) at BUMN banks listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange both partially and simultaneously. Price to Book Value (PBV) is the dependent variable (Y), and three independent variables (X) are used, namely Non Performing Loan (NPL), Return on Asset (ROA), and Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR). Saturated sampling was used to obtain secondary data from a population of 4 banking companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange. Descriptive statistics and classical assumptions, such as multicollinearity assumption and heteroscedasticity assumption, have been tested in relation to the research findings. The data analysis approach uses panel data regression, hypothesis testing, and the Fixed Effect Model (FEM) test. The partially tested study results show that while non-performing loans (NPLs) do not affect price to book value (PBV) significantly, there are return on assets (ROA) and capital adequacy ratio (CAR) that do. The findings of this study also simultaneously show that PBV is significantly affected by NPL, ROA, and CAR.

This study aims to test and determine the effect of work environment, work motivation, and work discipline on the performance of MSMEs in Demak Regency. This study uses a quantitative method. The population in this study, the author uses the population of MSME actors in Dempet District, Demak Regency in the culinary, fashion, automotive, and agribusiness sectors, totaling 282 MSMEs. Based on the sample calculation using the Slovin formula, it can be seen that the sample in this study is 165 MSMEs. The sampling technique used in this study is the probability sampling method, all elements (eg: people, households) in a population have an equal opportunity to be selected in the sample. The results of this study are that the work environment affects performance, work motivation affects performance, and work discipline affects the performance of MSMEs in Demak Regency.

PT. Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (PELNI) is a company engaged in the field of marine transportation services, namely passenger ships, roro ships, container ships, pioneer ships and so on. Therefore, the importance of "service" to customer satisfaction (passengers) is very influential. Customer service can be defined as all forms of customer service in the form of services and in the form of goods which in principle are the responsibility and are carried out by PT. Pelayaran Nasional Indonesia (PELNI) Medan Branch, in order to fulfill the needs of the community and comply with regulations and laws.