Quality of Work Life and Work Stress in Improving the Performance of Generation Z Employees in Solo

Authors

  • Kianeta Merlin UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta
  • Moh Rifqi Khairul Umam UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21111/at.v10i2.14121

Keywords:

quality of work life, job stress, performance employee, generation Z.

Abstract

This study examines the relationship between Quality of Work Life (QWL) and employee performance by considering the mediating role of work stress on Generation Z employees in Solo City.A review of the literature reveals that there are differences of opinion regarding the influence of QWL on employee performance and other factors that play a role in increasing or decreasing productivity. This study employs a quantitative approach, utilizing the Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) method to analyze data from 120 respondents collected through a questionnaire.The findings of the study demonstrate that QWL exerts a substantial influence on employee performance, both directly and indirectly through work stress as a mediating variable.Additionally, it was ascertained that QWL has a considerable effect on work stress, which in turn has a deleterious impact on employee performance. This finding underscores the pivotal role of work stress as a mediating variable in the relationship between QWL and performance.The study's findings highlight the necessity for organizations to enhance the quality of their work environments to mitigate stress levels and optimize the performance of Generation Z employees.The practical implications of this study offer valuable insights for companies seeking to formulate more effective policies that enhance employee well-being and maintain productivity in a constantly evolving work environment.  

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2024-12-30

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Merlin, K., & Umam, M. R. K. . (2024). Quality of Work Life and Work Stress in Improving the Performance of Generation Z Employees in Solo. Al Tijarah, 10(2), 161–171. https://doi.org/10.21111/at.v10i2.14121

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