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THE APPLICATION OF FEMININE ENERGY AMONG GENERATION Z FEMALE INFLUENCERS ON SOCIAL MEDIA

Silaban , Sondang, Kartikawati, Dwi, Wardana , R Daniel Wisnu
Abstract: This study aims to analyze the application of Feminine Energy among Generation Z female influencers in constructing self-identity on social media. Feminine Energy is understood as an energy that embodies empathy, gentleness,… ess, and emotional balance, which has become a symbol of women’s empowerment (soft empowerment) in the digital era. This phenomenon is significant as it reflects a shift in the meaning of femininity from physical appearance toward self-awareness and personal authenticity. The research employs a qualitative approach, with data collected through in-depth interviews and observations of social media content produced by influencers who express Feminine Energy values. The analysis draws on Social Identity Theory (Tajfel & Turner, 1979), which highlights the processes of categorization, identification, and social comparison. The findings reveal that the application of Feminine Energy manifests in five key aspects: self-love, confidence, empathetic communication, calm emotional expression, and healthy personal boundaries. Through social processes, influencers internalize these values as integral parts of their personal and digital identities. In conclusion, Feminine Energy is not only a lifestyle but also a social identity strategy used by Gen Z female influencers to build an authentic, empowered, and reflective self-image in the digital space. Keywords : Feminine Energy, Social Identity, Influencers, Generation Z, Tiktok

QUALIFICATIONS OF THE SPIRITUAL INTEGRITY OF JESUS’ LEADERSHIP IN THE GOSPEL OF MATTHEW: IMPLICATIONS FOR CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP IN INDONESIA

Waruwu, Elianus, Sihotang, Korintus, Paimon, Edi, Jacky, Jacky
Abstract: Penelitian ini menyoroti krisis integritas kepemimpinan yang melanda Indonesia dan gereja, yang kerap dipengaruhi oleh adopsi model kepemimpinan sekuler yang pragmatis serta mengabaikan spiritualitas Alkitabiah. Walaupun… keteladanan Yesus menjadi acuan utama, kajian teologis khusus tentang integritas spiritual kepemimpinan-Nya dalam Injil Matius masih terbatas. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah mendeskripsikan dan menganalisis integritas spiritual Yesus dalam Injil Matius serta menggali implikasinya bagi kepemimpinan Kristen di Indonesia, khususnya bagi guru Pendidikan Agama Kristen dan pemimpin gereja. Penelitian menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif dengan studi literatur serta eksegesis historis-gramatikal dan teologis terhadap Injil Matius. Hasil penelitian mendefinisikan integritas secara holistik sebagai kesatuan identitas diri, keaslian hidup, keberanian moral, kedekatan dengan Allah, dan kompetensi praktis. Integritas ini berakar pada relasi dengan Allah dan menuntut keselarasan antara perkataan, tindakan, serta kehendak-Nya. Kepemimpinan Kristen dipahami bukan sekadar kapasitas manusiawi atau posisi, melainkan panggilan ilahi yang menuntut visi rohani, integritas, dan pelayanan kasih. Empat kualifikasi integritas kepemimpinan Yesus yang ditemukan adalah: (1) Kepemimpinan melalui kehidupan doa yang tekun sebagai dasar ketergantungan total pada Allah dan ketaatan kepada kehendak-Nya; (2) Kepemimpinan sesuai tuntunan Roh Kudus sebagai sumber wibawa dan kuasa yang bersumber dari pengurapan ilahi; (3) kepemimpinan berdasarkan kebenaran firman Tuhan sebagai otoritas tertinggi, sumber kebenaran, inspirasi, hikmat, dan pendoman kehidpan; dan (4) kepemimpinan berkarakter ilahi yang nyata melalui kasih agape, kerendahan hati, belas kasihan, kejujuran, ketulusan, serta penolakan terhadap kemunafikan. Kesimpulannya, integritas kerohanian merupakan pilar fundamental yang menyatukan kedalaman spiritualitas dengan kredibilitas praktis, sekaligus memberikan kerangka teologis yang kokoh untuk membangun kepemimpinan Kristen yang otentik dan transformatif di tengah krisis integritas.

FIRM ETHICALITY, GREEN MARKETING, AND BRAND LOYALTY: MODERATING EFFECTS OF BRAND REPUTATION, ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN, AND SOCIAL INFLUENCE

Pradana, Mahir, Bryant , De Roger Baggio, Rubiyanti , Nurafni
Abstract: This study examines the influence of firm ethicality, green marketing, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) on brand loyalty toward Tokopedia, it also explores the moderating roles of brand reputation, environmental… concern, and social influence. A survey of 56 Tokopedia users was analyzed using partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Results show that firm ethicality significantly and positively influenced brand loyalty. In contrast, green marketing and CSR did not show significant effects, nor did any of the hypothesized moderating relationships. Interestingly, social influence, although not proposed as a direct predicator, demonstrated a significant direct effect on brand loyalty, highlighting the roles of normative and informational influence in e-commerce. Assessment of the measurement model confirmed satisfactory construct reliability, convergent validity, and discriminant validity. The structural model exhibited predictive relevance. The findings indicate that corporate ethics and social influence are key factors in fostering loyalty within Indonesia’s digital marketplace.

MATERIALISM AND IMPULSIVE BUYING: EVIDENCE OF BUY-NOW-PAY-LATER AS A MEDIATOR AMONG INDONESIAN CONSUMERS

Rizki , Kurniady, Pradana, Mahir, Kartawinata, Budi Rustandi
Abstract: The rapid diffusion of Buy-Now-Pay-Later (BNPL) services has reshaped consumption in emerging economies. This article  examines how materialistic value orientations stimulate impulsive buying through BNPL usage among Indonesian… donesian PayLater users. A cross-sectional survey of 670 respondents was analysed with partial least-squares structural-equation modelling (PLS-SEM). Materialism had a strong positive effect on BNPL adoption (β = 0.762) and a moderate direct effect on impulsive buying (β = 0.350). BNPL, in turn, exerted a substantial impact on impulsive buying (β = 0.480) and partially mediated the materialism–impulsivity link (indirect β = 0.366). The model explained 65% of BNPL variance and 72% of impulsive buying variance, while exhibiting acceptable fit indices (SRMR = 0.035; NFI = 0.885). Findings highlight BNPL’s dual role as a financial innovation and a behavioural catalyst, raising implications for platform design, consumer literacy programmes, and regulatory oversight.

THE INFLUENCE OF EVENT EXPERIENCE ON EVENT SATISFACTION, POST-EVENT ATTITUDE & EMPLOYEE PRODUCTIVITY (STUDY ON PT XYZ CULTURE FEST EVENT)

Jamil, Ahmad, Pradana, Mahir, Nugrahani, Rah Utami
Abstract: Corporate culture plays an important role in shaping employee engagement and productivity. PT XYZ held Culture Fest as a form of internalizing cultural values to all employees. This study aims to analyze the effect of experience… perience during the event on satisfaction, post-event attitudes, and employee productivity. This research uses a quantitative approach with a survey method of 100 PT XYZ employees who participated in Culture Fest 2024. Data were collected through a Likert scale-based questionnaire, and the data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with the help of SmartPLS software. The results showed that experience during the event had a significant effect on satisfaction and post-event attitudes. In addition, satisfaction with the event also had a positive effect on post-event attitudes, and these attitudes had a significant effect on employee productivity. This research confirms the importance of designing meaningful and relevant internal events as a strategic means to improve employee commitment and performance through strengthening organizational culture.

ANALYSIS OF THE INFLUENCE OF BRAND EXPERIENCE, APPLICATION EASE OF USE, AND PERCEIVED QUALITY ON CUSTOMER SATISFACTION AND ITS IMPACT ON CUSTOMER LOYALTY IN THE PIJAR SEKOLAH APPLICATION (A CASE STUDY OF PUBLIC JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS, VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOLS, AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN WEST BANDUNG REGENCY)

Septiani, Fina, Putu Nina Madiawati, Mahir Pradana
Abstract: This study analyzes the influence of brand experience, application ease of use, and perceived quality on customer satisfaction and its impact on customer loyalty in the PIJAR Sekolah application. The research focuses on… users from public junior high schools, vocational high schools, and senior high schools in West Bandung Regency. A quantitative method was employed using a survey distributed to students and educators. The data were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). Results show that brand experience, ease of use, and perceived quality significantly influence customer satisfaction. Furthermore, customer satisfaction plays a critical role in driving customer loyalty. The study emphasizes the importance of enhancing user interaction, simplifying application navigation, and ensuring content quality to boost satisfaction and long-term usage. These findings offer insights for educational technology developers to improve digital learning platforms and foster user loyalty through an optimized experience.  

EXPLORING A MODERATED MEDIATION MODEL OF SITUATIONAL CONTEXT AND BRAND IMAGE ON PURCHASE INTENTION VIA ELECTRONIC WORD OF MOUTH (EWOM) A CASE STUDY OF SHOPEE IN WEST JAVA

Rahman, Abdul, Mahir Pradana, Arry Widodo
Abstract: E-commerce has become one of the most dynamic industries in the digital era, and electronic word of mouth (eWOM) greatly influences consumer behaviour. Shopee, as a popular e-commerce platform in West Java, faces challenges… ges in increasing user purchase intention, particularly with an approach based on review communication and brand image. The objective of this research is to examine how eWOM credibility, quantity, and quality impact purchase intention, with brand image as the mediating variable and situational context as the moderating variable in the study of the Shopee application in West Java. This study uses a quantitative approach with the Structural Equation Modelling-Partial Least Squares (PLS-SEM) method. Data were collected from 500 respondents who are users of the Shopee application in West Java. The research results show that eWOM quantity has the greatest influence on purchase intention, followed by brand image, which has been shown to be a significant mediator. On the other hand, eWOM credibility and quality do not have a direct impact on purchase intention. Furthermore, situational context as a moderating variable does not have a significant impact on the relationship between eWOM quantity and brand image. This study helps e-commerce businesses create better data-driven marketing strategies. To build trust and encourage customer purchasing decisions, it is important to increase the number of reviews, enhance brand reputation, and improve the quality and credibility of the reviews.

THE EFFECT OF HEDONIC SHOPPING MOTIVATION, SHOPPING LIFESTYLE AND FEAR OF MISSING OUT ON IMPULSIVE BUYING WITH POSITIVE EMOTION AS A MEDIATION IN GENERATION Z (SHOPEE E-COMMERCE USER CASE STUDY)

Sihombing, Reni Pratiwi, Rubiyanti , Rd. Nurafni, Pradana , Mahir
Abstract: Shopee, as one of the e-commerce establishments established in 2015 and part of the Sea Group in Southeast Asia, has succeeded in creating a safe, user-friendly and fast online shopping platform. With strong operations in… n seven markets in Southeast Asia, Shopee not only provides a platform for buyers to find products, but also provides training and support to their sellers. The rapid growth of e-commerce in Indonesia is also influenced by factors such as the increase in population, increasing smartphone and internet users, and the development of financial technology companies. The convenience of online shopping encourages consumers to buy various desired products so that they are encouraged to behave consumptively. This then stimulates the phenomenon of impulse buying in consumers. Currently, economic activities are dominated by Generation Z's behavior to carry out activities such as scrolling, online shopping, and making transactions. Some marketplaces have not paid attention to the positive emotions of consumers with the Generation Z group in the target market, hedonic shopping motivation, fear of missing out, and shopping lifestyle that can trigger impulsive purchases which are part of the consideration of the preparation and strategy of innovative marketing targets according to the needs of market psychology. This study aims to find out how much respondents assess hedonic shopping motivation, fear of missing out, and shopping lifestyle, find out the influence of hedonic shopping motivation, fear of missing out, and shopping lifestyle on impulse buying generation Z, find out the influence of positive emotions on impulse buying generation Z, to know the influence of hedonic shopping motivation, fear of missing out and shopping lifestyle on impulse buying through positive emotions. This study uses a quantitative method. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling. The data obtained was 385 respondents by distributing questionnaires online. The respondents in this study are Generation Z Shopee users in Indonesia. Data analysis was conducted using Structural Equation Modeling-Partial Least Squares (SEM-PLS) which was then processed with SMARTPLS. The results of this study are hedonic shopping motivation, fear of missing out, shopping lifestyle, positive emotion have a significant positive effect on impulse buying.

THE EFFECT OF FINANCIAL LITERACY AND PRODUCT QUALITY ON THE INTEREST IN BUYING LIFE INSURANCE IN GEN Z MEDIATED BY GENDER AS A MODERATOR VARIABLE

Ita Nursita Sari, Putu Nina Madiawati, Pradana, Mahir
Abstract: Abstract This study is motivated by the financial literacy of generation Z and also the quality of life insurance products in Indonesia which are moderated by gender in influencing a person's interest in buying life insurance&#8230; surance in Indonesia. This study uses a quantitative method with a descriptive relationship approach. Determination of the sample in this study was carried out by calculating using the Bernoulli formula, with a total of 384 respondents. The data analysis technique used is the Structural Equation Model - Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS). The results of the study show that financial literacy (X1) and product quality (X2) do not have a significant effect on buying interest (Y) where the p-values of both variables are <0.05. Other findings also state that Gender (Z) does not significantly moderate financial literacy and product quality. The conclusion of this study is that the factors that make generation Z interested in buying insurance products are influenced by their perceptions of financial literacy and product quality. More specifically, the perception of product quality factors has a significant and positive influence on generation Z's interest in buying life insurance products in Indonesia. The findings show that of the two variables, product quality can be the strongest predictor in predicting generation Z's interest in purchasing life insurance products. Financial literacy cannot significantly predict generation Z's interest in purchasing insurance products.   Keywords : financial literacy, product quality, gender, purchasing intention

THE EFFECT OF FINTECH USAGE ON CONSUMER BEHAVIORAL INTENTIONS THROUGH FINANCIAL LITERACY AND CUSTOMER SATISFACTION ON INVESTMENT APPLICATIONS

Ismawati, Agus Maolana Hidayat, Pradana, Mahir
Abstract: This study seeks to explore the relationship between the understanding of fintech usage, behavioral intention, financial literacy, customer satisfaction, and brand image within the framework of the Bibit investment application.&#8230; cation. As consumer awareness of digital financial services continues to increase, companies are adopting strategies to strengthen user engagement and foster trust. The research highlights the critical role of financial literacy and customer satisfaction in cultivating stronger relationships between users and fintech platforms. The findings indicate that enhancing financial literacy and providing intuitive, user-friendly experiences not only elevate customer satisfaction but also encourage greater user loyalty. In light of the rising demand for informed decision-making and trust in digital financial services, fintech platforms that align with consumer expectations regarding education and service quality are better positioned to build long-term, meaningful relationships with users, thereby promoting sustained engagement and brand loyalty. Furthermore, the paper addresses the potential directions for future research focused on enhancing customer engagement with fintech platforms, particularly in the context of a highly competitive and awareness-driven market.