This study looks into how employee performance in startup companies is affected by ethical leadership. Integrity, equity, and transparency are hallmarks of ethical leadership, which is becoming more and more acknowledged as a vital component of successful organizations. Its precise effect on worker performance in the context of startups, however, is still little understood. This study is to investigate the association between employee performance outcomes and startup leaders' ethical leadership behaviors using a mixed-methods approach that includes surveys and interviews. Employee views of their leaders' moral behavior will be investigated, and the relationship between these views and performance indicators including dedication to the organization, productivity, and job satisfaction will be evaluated. The research's conclusions will deepen our understanding of how moral leadership influences worker behavior and productivity in startup settings and provide insightful information for scholars and practitioners alike.