The Effects of Transfer of Training and Intrinsic Motivation on Employee Performance: The Mediating Role of Job Satisfaction
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https://doi.org/10.55927/ijsmr.v4i6.68Keywords:
Transfer of Training, Intrinsic Motivation, Job Satisfaction, and Employee PerformanceAbstract
This study examines the effect of Transfer of Training and Intrinsic Motivation on Employee Performance through Job Satisfaction at PT Setia Group Investama. A survey of 115 employees who attended training programs was conducted, and data were analyzed using PLS-SEM with SmartPLS 3. Results indicate that Transfer of Training and Intrinsic Motivation positively affect Job Satisfaction, which in turn positively influences Employee Performance. Intrinsic Motivation also directly improves performance, while Transfer of Training does not. Mediation analysis shows Job Satisfaction fully mediates the effect of Transfer of Training and partially mediates Intrinsic Motivation. Findings highlight the importance of Job Satisfaction as a mediator and suggest that organizations should focus on effective training, intrinsic motivation, and enhancing job satisfaction.
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