Abstract
Leadership is of utmost importance in directing organizations toward their objectives, particularly within the Regional Planning and Development Agency (BAPPEDA) of West Sumatra Province. Efficient leadership has the potential to act as a catalyst, stimulating, motivating, and directing people in the creation and execution of development policies. Various hurdles, including the inadequate involvement of stakeholders during the Public Consultation and Implementation of Musrenbang, among other concerns, hinder employee performance. This research aims to analyze the impact of leadership on enhancing employee performance and resolving employee performance concerns inside the BAPPEDA of West Sumatra Province. This study employs a qualitative descriptive approach, gathering data through interviews, field notes, personal papers, and official records. The research findings suggest that the leadership's impact on enhancing employee performance at BAPPEDA in West Sumatra Province has reached its maximum potential. Additionally, BAPPEDA leadersconductt reviews to identify any remaining barriers to achieving optimal staff performance. In addition, the leaders of BAPPEDA will offer remedies to tackle these problems.