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This study investigates the influence of the marketing mix on consumer purchasing decisions at Rahayu Souvenir Shop. A quantitative research approach was applied to examine the relationship between the marketing mix elements and consumer behavior. Data collection involved the use of structured questionnaires distributed to consumers. The sample consisted of 95 respondents, selected using the Slovin formula based on the total population of the shop’s customers. Several statistical tests were conducted to ensure data validity and reliability, including validity and reliability tests, as well as classical assumption tests such as normality, heteroscedasticity, and multicollinearity tests. These tests were prerequisites for conducting multiple linear regression analysis. The results of the analysis revealed that the product variable (X1) does not have a significant influence on consumer purchasing decisions, as indicated by a significance value of 0.625 (> 0.05). On the other hand, the price variable (X2) showed a significant influence with a significance value of 0.020 (< 0.05), while promotion (X3) and location (X4) also had significant effects with significance values of 0.009 and 0.000, respectively. Furthermore, the F-test results indicated that the product, price, promotion, and location variables together have a significant effect on purchasing decisions, as shown by a significance value of 0.001 (< 0.05).

In an increasingly complex and dynamic global landscape, strategic leadership plays a pivotal role in ensuring organizational resilience and sustainable growth. This study seeks to provide a meaningful contribution to the development of leadership strategies aimed at fostering both learning-oriented and ethically grounded organizations. Adopting a literature review approach, the research synthesizes a range of scholarly works to explore in depth the leadership practices that facilitate continuous learning while embedding ethical principles into organizational operations and culture.The analysis reveals that the essence of effective strategic leadership lies in the capacity to navigate rapid changes, exercise authority with wisdom, and cultivate a culture of integrity. Leaders who can anticipate and adapt to environmental shifts, while maintaining transparency and fairness, are better positioned to build trust and commitment within their organizations. Additionally, strategic leadership is found to be instrumental in shaping an environment that nurtures collaboration, stimulates innovation, and incorporates ethical considerations into all levels of decision-making.The findings underscore that leadership strategies must not only address operational and competitive challenges but also prioritize moral responsibility and collective well-being. This dual focus enables organizations to remain agile while preserving their ethical identity, thus strengthening their reputation and long-term sustainability.Ultimately, the study offers practical recommendations for leaders, particularly in the public and educational sectors, to design adaptive organizational systems rooted in ethical values. By integrating learning processes with moral governance, leaders can create a synergistic and sustainable framework that supports both organizational performance and societal trust, ensuring relevance and resilience in the face of continual change.

The lack of integration of ethical principles into corporate social responsibility (CSR) practices remains a common issue, posing significant challenges in building public trust and ensuring business sustainability. This study aims to examine how the implementation of business ethics can enhance the effectiveness of CSR within corporate environments. The research employs a literature review method, analyzing various academic publications, regulatory frameworks, and corporate reports relevant to business ethics and CSR. The findings reveal that consistent application of ethical values can deepen the meaning and impact of CSR initiatives, improve corporate reputation, and strengthen relationships with stakeholders in a more meaningful and sustainable manner.Nevertheless, several challenges persist, particularly in the form of organizational cultural differences and the suboptimal internalization of ethical principles into corporate systems and work culture. Therefore, strategic efforts are required to ensure that business ethics are not merely treated as normative concepts, but are truly embraced as core values in CSR practices aimed at achieving social and environmental sustainability.

Handicraft in the form of flower bead bracelets (Flowers Beads Bracelet's) is a creative product that combines aesthetic elements and manual skills in one functional work of art. This bracelet is not only used as a fashion accessory, but also represents artistic and cultural values ​​in every detail of its design. This research or project aims to explore the manufacturing process, material selection, bead assembly techniques, and the potential selling value of the bracelet in the context of the creative industry. The results show that the design of flower bracelets made of beads has high visual appeal, is flexible to fashion trends, and can be developed as a superior product of craft-based MSMEs. In addition, the use of digital media in promotion also encourages the competitiveness of this product in both local and global markets.

Manco, a traditional snack from Madiun, holds significant potential to grow and gain recognition beyond its region of origin. Its unique taste, texture, and embedded cultural and historical values serve as key assets in an increasingly competitive market. However, the main challenges faced by manco entrepreneurs are building a strong brand identity and conveying the product’s uniqueness through engaging storytelling. Effective branding through distinctive logos, packaging, and memorable taglines can enhance the product’s appeal and perceived value among consumers. Furthermore, compelling storytelling, such as narratives about traditional production processes, the struggles of business owners, and the use of natural ingredients, can foster emotional connections and consumer loyalty. Nevertheless, challenges remain, such as inconsistent brand identity usage and limited digital promotion. Therefore, branding and storytelling training are essential for manco entrepreneurs to maximize their product’s potential, expand their market, and establish manco as a culinary icon representing Madiun both nationally and internationally.

This study aims to analyze the spending patterns of students at the Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business (FEBI), State Islamic University of North Sumatra (UINSU), and to examine the implementation of personal financial planning in their daily lives. This research employs a qualitative approach using a case study method. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with 40 students from various departments and semesters, selected purposively. The findings indicate that most students have high expenditures on consumption needs such as food and internet access, as well as lifestyle expenses like online shopping and entertainment. The majority do not regularly prepare a financial budget, rarely record their expenses, and exhibit impulsive spending behavior influenced by social pressure and digital media. Although students possess theoretical knowledge of Islamic economic values, their practical application in financial management remains limited. This study recommends the need for more practical, Islam-based financial literacy programs within the FEBI UINSU environment. Financial training and mentoring programs are considered essential to enhance students' financial awareness and independence.

This study aims to analyze the cultivation process and marketing management strategies of ornamental plants applied by Ganda Nursery as one of the MSMEs in the horticulture sector. The research method used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that Ganda Nursery has succeeded in implementing sustainable ornamental plant cultivation techniques, including through the selection of superior seeds, the use of organic planting media, and pest control based on botanical pesticides. From a management aspect, Ganda Nursery utilizes digital marketing strategies through social media such as Instagram and WhatsApp to expand market reach and increase sales. This success cannot be separated from the application of sustainability principles and Islamic values ​​that emphasize the importance of managing natural resources wisely and responsibly. The obstacles faced include fluctuations in market demand, business competition, and limited resources, but are overcome by product innovation and improving service quality. This study is expected to be a reference for other MSMEs in developing sustainable and highly competitive ornamental plant businesses.

This study aims to analyze the effect of competence and organizational culture on employee development at PT. Midi Utama Indonesia Tbk Branch Makassar. Competence refers to the skills, knowledge, and attitudes possessed by employees, while organizational culture refers to the values, norms, and practices within the company. Employee development is the company's efforts to improve the quality of human resources through training, education, and career opportunities. This research uses a quantitative approach with a survey method, where data was collected through questionnaires distributed to employees at the Makassar branch. Data analysis was conducted using multiple regression techniques to test the simultaneous effect of competence and organizational culture on employee development. The findings indicate that to enhance employee development, PT. Midi Utama Indonesia Tbk Branch Makassar needs to focus on improving competence through appropriate training and fostering an organizational culture that supports innovation and learning. This study provides recommendations for the company to better optimize development programs that focus on competence and a positive work culture to improve employee quality.

This study analyzes the exemplary nature of Abraham within the framework of education theological management. Abraham, recognized as the father of faith, embodies values of leadership, wise decision-making, and strong interpersonal relationships with God and others. Utilizing a qualitative approach based on a literature review of various books and scholarly articles, this research aims to explore the managerial principles derived from Abraham’s life and their applicability in contemporary management contexts.

Career management is a crucial process for both individuals and organizations. For individuals, it facilitates the achievement of career goals and enhances job satisfaction. For organizations, it aids in attracting, developing, and retaining qualified employees. This study delves into the factors influencing career management, encompassing individual factors (abilities, skills, interests, values, and personality), organizational factors (organizational culture, structure, career opportunities, and career policies), and environmental factors (economic, socio-political, and technological conditions). The findings demonstrate that effective career management can enhance employee career effectiveness, job satisfaction, and organizational performance. The study also provides recommendations for improving career management, including regular career assessments, career development program development, information and training, a supportive organizational culture, and encouraging employees to proactively manage their careers. Further research is warranted to develop more effective and contextual career management models and investigate the impact of career management on other factors such as organizational commitment, employee turnover, and gender equality in the workplace.    

Tax compliance is an attitude when taxpayers are able to fulfill their tax obligations with their own awareness. The change in the tax system which originally implemented an official assessment, changed to a self-assessment, is hoped that taxpayers will be more compliant in fulfilling their tax obligations, because taxpayer compliance and awareness greatly influences state revenues from the tax sector. The government also has another way to increase taxpayer compliance, namely by implementing tax amnesty. For taxpayers who take part in the Tax Amnesty program, they can receive forgiveness for the taxes they should pay as well as the elimination of administrative and criminal sanctions. Almost every country has an infrastructure development program to meet the welfare of the general public, including Indonesia and to run this program the main funds come from taxes. So taxes and values ​​have a very important and influential role in the country's development process and as financing for government expenditure for its implementation. This research aims: 1) to find out whether self-assessment has an effect on taxpayer compliance. 2) to find out whether the tax amnesty has an effect on taxpayer compliance. The writing in this article uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. So the research results show that self-assessment and tax amnesty have a positive effect on taxpayer compliance.    

This study aims to determine : (1) The Effect Of Work Life Balance On The Performance Of Employees Of The Kolaka District Environmental Service Office. (2) The Effect Of Work Discipline On The Performance Of Employees Of The Kolaka District Environmental Service Office. This study used a quantitative method approach. The sample in this study amounted to43 respondents using the sampling technique, namely the census. Research instrument testing using validity test and reliability test with SPSS 24.00.The research data analysis technique uses the Structural Equating Modeling (SEM-PLS) method with Smart PLS 4.0. Based on the results of this study, it can be seen that the work life balance variable has a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance as shown by the T-Statistic value of 2.814 and P-values of 0.002, and work discipline variables have a positive and significant effect on Employee Performance as shown by the T-Statistic value of 2.266 and P-values of 0.012.

This research aims to determine: 1) The influence of compensation on job satisfaction of employees at the East Kolaka Regency Tourism and Culture Office. (2) The Influence of Motivation on Job Satisfaction of Employees at the East Kolaka Regency Tourism and Culture Office. This research uses a quantitative method approach. Data collection in this research used observation studies, documentation and questionnaires. The population of this research is all employees who work at the East Kolaka Regency Tourism and Culture Office. Meanwhile, the sample for this research was 34 people, with the sample determined using census techniques. Research instrument testing uses validity and reliability tests with SPSS 25.0. The data analysis technique used in this research is Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) based on Partial Least Square (PLS) through measurement model testing (outer model) and structural model testing (inner model) with Smart PLS 4.0. Based on the research results, it is known that the Compensation Variable has a positive and significant effect on Employee Job Satisfaction, which is shown by a P-Values ​​value of 0.020. And the Motivation Variable has a positive and significant effect on Employee Job Satisfaction, this is shown by a P-Values ​​value of 0.000.    

The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of vehicle tax and price on the purchasing power of four-wheeled vehicles in the city of Surabaya. This type of research uses quantitative research. This study uses primary data and secondary data. The sampling technique used in this study is probability / random sampling technique using the slovin formula, so that the number of samples in this study is 100 respondents. The results of this study indicate that vehicle taxes and prices have an effect on the purchasing power of four-wheeled vehicles in the Surabaya city area, vehicle taxes and prices have a simultaneous effect on the purchasing power of four-wheeled vehicles in the Surabaya city area with R square values of 62.9% and 37.1 % influenced by other variables.