Abstract:
This study investigates the impact, of an Innovative-Supportive Culture on Employee
Performance in Batticaloa, through a comparative analysis between state and private
banks. The research focuses on four key independent variables: Communication,
Leadership, Curiosity, and Flexible Work Arrangements, and examines their influence
on the dependent variable, Employee Performance. Data were collected using a
structured questionnaire administered to 210 bank employees from both state and
private banks in Batticaloa. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive
statistics, correlation analysis, and simple linear regression.
The findings reveal a positive relationship between an Innovative-Supportive Culture
and Employee Performance. Specifically, Communication, Leadership, and Curiosity
were found to have a significant positive impact on employee performance. All
measured dimensions exhibited a strong positive correlation with employee
performance. Furthermore, the results of the simple tlnear regression analysis
confirmed that an Innovative-Supportive Culture has a statistically significant
influence on employee performance across both state and private banks in Batticaloa.
This study contributes to the Importance of fostering an Innovative supportive culture
with in bank industry to enhance employee performance. The study offers valuable
insights for policymakers and bank management to implement strategic culture
practices that drive performance. Future research can explore additionai
organizational factors or extend this analysis to other sectors for broader applicability.
