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This research examines “Karang Awake Tandurin”, the oral expression of the Balinese people, which is the domain of intangible culture. Cultural expressions taken from the work of Ida Pedanda Made Sidemen from Griya Intaran Sanur. This excerpt from the text Karang Awake Tandurin is published in the Traditional Balinese Literary work Geguritan Selampah Laku, a Balinese work that was composed and written by himself and tells the personal life history of Ida Pedanda Made Sidemen in Bali Script. This research used a post-structural approach from critical theories. The theories used were Jauss’ reception theory, Pierce’s semiotic theory, and Barthes’ mythology theory. The meaning entities of the Balinese words ‘karang’, ‘awak’ and ‘tandurin’ actually both stand alone, however in life, the use of the three depends on each other, in humans’ relationship with nature and agrarian culture. ‘Tandurin’ is a representation of agricultural activities, ‘karang’ is a representation of nature, and ‘awak’ is a representation of humans. Delve into yourself, understand yourself, reflect on it to its roots, and your perception will become higher. Melting into and becoming the idea of Ida Pedanda Made Sidemen invites every reader to look inside themselves and no longer look elsewhere to start simple life

This study aims to assess the influence of leadership style on employee performance at UOB Buana Bank Medan. The significance of leadership style in influencing staff engagement, dedication, and productivity has been acknowledged. Having a comprehensive grasp of how leadership style may impact performance is crucial in the banking business, which is characterized by fierce rivalry and continuously evolving market circumstances. The research was carried out by distributing a questionnaire survey to workers from different work units at UOB Buana Bank Medan. The questionnaire was designed to evaluate the employees' perception of the leadership style employed inside the organization, as well as their level of performance. The population under investigation comprises all employees of UOB Bank Medan. The sample approach employed is simple random sampling. The sample size for this study consisted of 110 workers. The acquired data was subsequently examined utilizing statistical methodologies, such as regression, to assess the relationship between the independent variable (leadership style) and the dependent variable (employee performance). The results of this study are anticipated to offer valuable insights for UOB Buana Bank Medan in enhancing leadership approaches to enhance employee performance. The practical implication of this study is that it can aid managers in selecting a leadership style that aligns with the specific attributes of the organization.

This research was conducted on consumer who work at PT. Dinamika Synergy Elemenindo. The purpose of this study was to determine and analyze the effect of product quality and distribution channels on sales targets. The population and sample in this study amounted to 40 people. The sampling technique used is saturated. Data collection techniques are by distributing questionnaires and interviews. Data analysis used multiple linear regression analysis. The conclusion in the study that simultaneously product quality and distribution channels have a positive and significant effect on the sales target of PT. Dinamika Synergy Elemenindo. Partially, product quality affects the sales target of PT. Dinamika Synergy Elemenindo. Partially, the distribution channel has a positive and significant effect on the sales target of PT. Dinamika Synergy Elemenindo. The magnitude of the coefficient of determination can be seen from the Adjusted R Square value of 0.499 which means that product quality and distribution channels can explain the sales target of 49.9% and the remaining 50.1% is influenced by variables not examined such as: sales location, price perception, market segmentation, etc

A person's preferences in choosing food are very subjective.  Currently, many young people prefer fast food or modern food over traditional food, because they think that modern food is prestigious food, without considering that fast food contains more chemicals which have side effects on health. Method  Data collection is by using a quantitative approach to obtain data in the form of numbers or statistics.  where data collection was carried out using a questionnaire whose contents were statements that could measure consumer perceptions. It turned out that after research was conducted on 23 students, 50% of these students consumed fast food more often than traditional food even though their understanding of chemicals and their effects was quite high.  beside him.  Judging from the results, 95.8% of the students knew that fast food contains more dangerous chemicals than traditional food. A high level of understanding of chemicals apparently does not affect a person's preference for the food they consume, because a person still prioritizes desires.  compared to needs, namely the need for food with few chemicals for health.  

Students' ethical perceptions are very important in the ethical content of accounting education. Ethics plays a key role in shaping the character and professional behavior of accounting students which will then have a positive impact on accounting practices in the world of work. This understanding aims to find out how ethics in accounting education influences students' ethical perceptions. This research uses a quantitative method with the ethical content variable in accounting education as the variable (X) and students' ethical perceptions as the variable (Y). The results of this research show that the ethical content in accounting education has a significant influence on students' ethical perceptions.    

Family is the closest person to the patient who has an important role in the patient's recovery. Families are needed to treat people with mental disorders with a positive attitude, can provide support for the growth of hope and optimism. The role of the family in trying to prevent recurrence can be done by providing motivation, being a good listener, providing recreation, and being responsible for treatment and care. This type of research is quasi-experimental with one group pretest design. The sampling method in this study is purposive sampling. Respondents in this study were family members who became caregivers for people with mental disorders at Naimata Hospital with a total of 52 respondents. Data analysis in this study used the T-Test. The research was conducted at Naimata Mental Hospital Kupang City. Data collection will be carried out in August - October 2023. The results showed no relationship between knowledge and attitudes with TB prevention behavior with a p value of > 0.05.  Conclusion: there is an effect of Booklet giving to Caregivers on changes in the perception of Caregiver Burden on ODGJ RS Jiwa Naimata Kota Kupang.

This research aims to determine the influence of brand image, price perception, and promotion on the purchasing decisions of Mie Gacoan products in the Solo region. The study utilizes a quantitative approach, employing primary data obtained through distributing written instruments or questionnaires and receiving responses from 100 samples. Smart PLS (Partial Least Square) analysis is used to evaluate the hypotheses in this research, which is a quantitative approach. Based on the results of the Smart PLS analysis conducted, it shows that purchasing decisions are positively (significantly) influenced by brand image, price perception, and promotion.

This research delves into the dynamics of motor vehicle tax compliance through a qualitative approach, exploring taxpayers' perceptions and attitudes. The identified key factors shaping attitudes toward tax obligations include regulatory complexity, clarity of rules, and personal experiences. Elements such as fairness perception, trust in the taxation system, and supervisory effectiveness also play crucial roles in forming compliance attitudes. These factors, integrated with psychological aspects, provide an in-depth understanding of taxpayer compliance behavior. While acknowledging challenges like regulatory complexity and economic inequality, the study highlights opportunities, including the application of information technology, fiscal incentive development, and cross-sector collaboration, as strategies to enhance compliance. In conclusion, a holistic and adaptive tax policy strategy, considering both local and global contexts, can foster a transparent, fair, and supportive tax environment for sustainable development.

This study discusses the perceptions of students in the Internship Course with a focus on the Microteaching experience in the context of English Language Education. The study aims to explore how Microteaching affects the preparation and skills of prospective English language educators, as well as its impact on students' understanding of practical theory and confidence. Through a descriptive qualitative method, data were collected from 15 English Language Education students who took the Internship Course with Microteaching activities through the use of a questionnaire. The results showed that the majority of students responded positively to the Microteaching experience, stating an increase in teaching skills (60.00%), understanding of practical theory (46.67%), and confidence (66.67%). Although some felt the need for improvement in theoretical understanding and levels of confidence, the overall results showed that Microteaching provides a clear perspective on the reality of teaching English in the field (80.00%). Thus, the Microteaching experience in the Internship Course provides a strong foundation for the development of teaching skills and understanding of practical theory, as well as increasing confidence for prospective English language educators, providing an important basis for the development of curriculum and educational programs in the future

Taxpayers' perceptions regarding coercive taxes have a negative impact on taxpayers to reduce their tax burden by carrying out tax avoidance. But the fact is that this method is difficult to implement, making taxpayers prefer to commit tax evasion. It is believed that tax justice and the tax system can influence corporate and individual taxpayers to carry out illegal tax avoidance activities or tax evasion. This research was conducted to determine the influence of Tax Justice and the Tax System on Tax Evasion. This research was carried out using qualitative methods with literature studies and literature reviews, the results obtained were that tax justice and the tax system had a negative effect on tax evasion

In this study, the complexity of motivational factors is closely related to the context of organizational culture, team dynamics, and perceptions of rewards and recognition of individual contributions. Participation in decision-making, opportunities for career development, and interpersonal relationships at work also emerged as important elements in motivating employees. The qualitative analysis highlighted that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to understanding work motivation in this environment. However, the need for recognition of achievement, a sense of involvement in the work process, and support from superiors and coworkers have a significant impact on individuals' motivation levels. This study provides an in-depth understanding of what influences work motivation at the Office of Industry and Trade of North Sumatra Province. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of a sensitive approach to individual needs and preferences in designing effective motivation strategies to improve productivity.

The millennial generation is very techno minded, where they interact using gadgets in their daily activities, so they have the potential to become muzakki, especially in online zakat payments. There are several perceptions of the millennial generation in paying zakat online, namely awareness, level of trust, transparency, accountability and income level. The aim of this research is to determine the influence of brand awareness, level of trust, transparency, accountability and level of income on online payments and to determine the most dominant independent variables in online zakat payments. The type of data collected was primary data by distributing questionnaires directly to the millennial generation, totaling 100 respondents. The analysis method used is multiple linear regression analysis and assisted with SPSS 20. The research results show that brand awareness and the level of trust have a positive and significant influence on online zakat payments. Transparency, accountability and income level do not have a positive and insignificant influence on online zakat payments. The most dominant variable influencing online zakat payments is the level of trust.

Studi ini menyelidiki faktor-faktor yang mempengaruhi adopsi dan penggunaan perbankan elektronik di Batam, Indonesia, mengingat lonjakan global dan regional dalam e-banking. Tujuan utamanya adalah untuk melihat bagaimana kenyamanan, aksesibilitas, penghematan biaya, dan kualitas layanan mempengaruhi adopsi dan penggunaan berkelanjutan dari layanan ini, memberikan wawasan untuk membantu lembaga keuangan dan pembuat kebijakan merumuskan strategi yang lebih mempromosikan adopsi e-banking. Menggunakan metodologi penelitian kuantitatif, menampilkan enam variabel: kegunaan yang dirasakan, norma subjektif, kemudahan penggunaan yang dirasakan, niat untuk menggunakan, teknologi yang dirasakan, dan risiko yang dirasakan. Data, yang dikumpulkan dari 400 peserta melalui survei, menunjukkan bahwa variabel spesifik tidak terpengaruh oleh semua kecuali tiga persepsi kegunaan, teknologi, dan bahaya. Anehnya, ketika datang ke e-banking, norma subjektif memiliki dampak yang jauh lebih kuat pada konsumen daripada kenyamanan penggunaan pada keinginan mereka untuk menggunakan. Untuk penelitian ke depan, pandangan demografis yang lebih jelas dapat diperoleh dengan mempertimbangkan target responden dan memperluas cakupan di luar Kota Batam.

This research aims to analyze customer perceptions regarding the use of microcredit financing with a focus on the case study of Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI) KCP Medan Kampung Baru. Utilizing surveys and qualitative data analysis, the research methodology aims to understand the strengths and weaknesses of the sample through observation, interviews and document analysis of the sample's perceptions of the product using Murabahah principles. In this context, research examines the factors that influence public trust in the progress, transparency and quality of the implementation of Murabahah law. The survey collected customer responses from BSI KCP Medan Kampung Baru, while qualitative data analysis was carried out to identify customer views in more detail. It is hoped that the findings of this research will help in understanding the effectiveness of implementing the Murabahah model in micro product development and how it affects customer needs and expectations. The practical implications of this can help Islamic banks improve their products and services and strengthen their ties with customers, especially at BSI KCP Medan Kampung Baru.

This study is motivated by the competition of seblak business actors in the Tirtayasa area. This study aims to determine how influential the Electronic Word of Mouth variable is on price perceptions, on purchasing decisions. The population in this study were all buyers who bought Seblak in the Tirtayasa area. The research methodology used quantitative with respondents in this study were the Tirtayasa community, 64 community respondents who had bought Seblak Tirtayasa were obtained. Then the data was obtained using a questionnaire. The results showed that Electronic Word of Mouth (X1) 57.8% has a significant effect on purchasing decisions (Y) 73.4% price perception (X2) 57.8% has a significant effect on purchasing decisions (Y).

In politics, political branding is also increasingly important to create positive perceptions among general elections.  In various election phases, information technology can be used to meet the needs of the KPU as an institution that manages the electoral process, as well as by election participants and the general public.    General elections or PEMILU are a series of democratic processes to elect people's representatives or government officials directly by the citizens of a country.  In ELECTIONS, eligible citizens have the right to cast their votes for candidates or political parties.  Political parties are an important component in the political dynamics of a nation.  A political figure who has branding that can strengthen his partner is Mahfud MD.  This research uses quantitative analysis with a descriptive approach.  The results of this research show what personal branding is and what Mahfud MD's personal branding looks like.

Vote buying is a phenomenon that is often found in the arena of political contestation. However, there is a unique phenomenon in the 2020 Regional Head Election for Wonosobo Regency, which consists of one pair of candidates against an empty box. In the election (Pilkada), there was no indication of its use of money politics or vote buying, either by the candidate pair or the empty box support team. This study aims to analyze the perceptions of the people of Wonosobo Regency, who are familiar with the phenomenon of vote buying but have yet to find it in the 2020 Pilkada. The research method used in this study is a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. The results of this study indicate that three main components become symptoms and can indicate public perceptions of their absence of vote buying in the Pilkada of Wonosobo Regency in 2020. First, the cognitive component includes public knowledge and its implications for the view that there is no vote buying. Second, the affective component indicates a positive emotional aspect of vote buying. Third, the cognitive component that influences positive action after the above expectations of vote buying are not fulfilled.

This journal discusses the strategies applied to develop branding for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) UD ALINDRA by updating the design of catalogs, label stickers, and Instagram content. The aim of this research is to enhance the effectiveness of promotion, marketing, and product sales for these MSMEs. The method employed involves interviews with the owners of MSME UD Alindra to gain in-depth knowledge about consumer perceptions and the current branding strategies, analyzing existing challenges, and planning for production, promotion, and design updates. Through a creative approach in designing product catalogs, eye-catching label stickers, and Instagram content that aligns with trends and consumer needs, it is expected that this research will significantly contribute to increasing product sales margins, optimizing MSME owners' understanding of strong and effective branding strategies, and reinforcing their awareness of the positive impact gained from product branding, including enhancing consumer appeal and the product image for MSMEs. The results of this study indicate that the implemented developments positively contribute to the promotion of products from MSME UD ALINDRA and offer valuable insights for MSME owners to improve and enhance their product branding strategies.

The research in this paper aims to find out more about the legal validity of online auctions via Instagram social media and how legal protection is for online auction participants on Instagram social media. The method used by the author in writing this article is a normative legal research ethod with a statutory approach. Research shows that the legal basis for carrying out online auctions via Instagram social media is Article 1320 of the Civil Code and 1338 of the Civil Code because the implementation is not submitted to an official auction house so it cannot be said to be an official auction and in implementing online auctions on Instagram social media there are weaknesses, namely in advertising goods. In the auction, information about the goods and services being sold is unclear, causing misperceptions among consumers or online auction participants on Instagram and is only based on trust. Legal protection for victims of social media online auction fraud is contained in Article 1243 of the Civil Code, Article 19 of Law Number 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection, Article 28 paragraph (1) of the ITE Law, and dispute resolution is contained in Article 38 of the Law Republic of Indonesia Number 11 of 2008 concerning Information and Electronic Transactions.

The rise in BBM prices becomes a global problem, it affects the perception of the people about the rise of the price of ferry tickets to Batam-Tanjungpinang in 2022. The aim of this study is to find out how people see the rise in the price of shipping tickets in Batam-Tanjungpinang in 2022. The research uses descriptive research with a method of qualitative approach. The result of the study is that the public’s perspective on the increase in BBM prices againts the rise in shipping charges is a reasonable thing, because this is a necessity for the people who frequently travel by ships