THE INFLUENCE OF WORK LIFE BALANCE AND WORKFLEXIBILITY ON WORK PRODUCTIVITY OF GEN Z IN JAKARTA MEDIATED BY MOTIVATION

Abstract

This research explores the profound impact of Generation Z employees, defined as those born between 1997 and 2012. The research sees a rise in work productivity in Indonesia and a corresponding rise in stress levels; given Gen Z's need for work flexibility and work-life balance, this research will prove the impact on work productivity and highlight the important role of motivation as a mediator. From 144 respondents, 128 employees who met the respondent requirements as active employees of Gen Z age and working in Jakarta, collected through an online survey, were analyzed using PLS-SEM (Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling) with SmartPLS 3.2.9. The findings show that work-life balance significantly affects work productivity and motivation, while work flexibility is only significant and does not affect motivation. Although motivation does not reduce the impact of work flexibility, work-life balance moderates productivity. This study emphasizes the importance of motivation as a mediator of work-life balance and work flexibility in improving Gen Z work productivity.