Using a survey-based approach, this research explored how organizational performance is related to marketing and learning orientations. The collected data were processed using SPSS 24.0 and SmartPLS 4.1.0.1 software. The study involved 390 managerial personnel from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Mongolia. The sample adhered to the fundamental principles of probability sampling, and the survey items demonstrated reliability scores exceeding 0.7, suggesting dependable outcomes. The analysis included factor and correlation assessments of the variables, with findings generated through Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). The results indicate a robust positive relationship between organizational performance and both marketing and learning orientation, establishing them as key contributors to performance improvement. The study suggests that organizations can boost their effectiveness by fostering a culture of continuous learning, prioritizing employee learning, promoting open-mindedness among staff, and welcoming innovative ideas and efforts. From a marketing orientation, the research revealed that performance can be enhanced by monitoring competitors’ actions, refining strategies to stay competitive, efficiently leveraging resources to deliver value to targeted customers, and improving collaboration across departments.
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