Optimizing Employee Performance through Work Ethic, Work-Life Balance, and Flexibility in Eastern Indonesia’s Mining Sector

This study examines the influence of work ethic, work-life balance, and work flexibility on employee performance in the General Affairs Division of a mining company located in Eastern Indonesia. Using a quantitative approach, data were collected from 80 permanent employees through a saturated sampling technique. A Likert scale questionnaire was used, and the data were analysed using Variance-Based Structural Equation Modelling (SEM) with SmartPLS version. The results show that all three variables have a positive and significant effect on employee performance. These findings highlight the importance of fostering a strong work ethic, maintaining work-life balance, and promoting flexible work arrangements to enhance employee performance and support the achievement of organisational goals