The Influence of Work Environment and Work Motivation Through Work Discipline on Employee Performance

Abstract

This research examines the influence of the work environment and work motivation on employee performance at the Instituto Nacional de Formação de Docentes e Profissionais da Educação (INFORDEPE) in Balidi, Dili, Timor-Leste, with a focus on the mediating role of work discipline. The study shows that the work environment has a positive and significant direct effect on employee work discipline and performance. Furthermore, work motivation is found to significantly influence both work discipline and performance. The research also reveals that work discipline mediates the relationship between the work environment and employee performance, as well as the relationship between work motivation and employee performance. These findings highlight the importance of creating a conducive work environment and fostering employee motivation to improve performance through effective work discipline. The research contributes to a deeper understanding of the factors influencing employee performance in organizational settings.