Work-life balance -a systematic review

Purpose – This study aims to systematically review the existing literature and develop an understanding of work-life balance (WLB) and its relationship with other forms of work-related behavior and unearth research gaps to recommend future research possibilities and priorities. Design/methodology/ap...

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Main Authors: Thilagavathy S., Geetha S.N.
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Language:English
Published: Emerald Publishing 2023-07-01
Series:Vilakshan (XIMB Journal of Management)
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Online Access:https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/XJM-10-2020-0186/full/pdf
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description Purpose – This study aims to systematically review the existing literature and develop an understanding of work-life balance (WLB) and its relationship with other forms of work-related behavior and unearth research gaps to recommend future research possibilities and priorities. Design/methodology/approach – The current study attempts to make a detailed survey of the research work done by the pioneers in the domain WLB and its related aspects. A total of 99 research work has been included in this systematic review. The research works have been classified based on the year of publication, geographical distribution, the methodology used and the sector. The various concepts and components that have made significant contributions, factors that influence WLB, importance and implications are discussed. Findings – The paper points to the research gaps and scope for future research in the area of WLB. Originality/value – The current study uncovered the research gaps regarding the systematic review and classifications based on demography, year of publication, the research method used and sector being studied.
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spelling doaj-art-cbf1b0385c874461985c82f5d725f73c2025-08-20T02:40:10ZengEmerald PublishingVilakshan (XIMB Journal of Management)0973-19542633-94392023-07-0120225827610.1108/XJM-10-2020-0186Work-life balance -a systematic reviewThilagavathy S.0Geetha S.N.1Department of Management Studies, College of Engineering Campus, Anna University, Chennai, IndiaDepartment of Management Studies, College of Engineering Campus, Anna University, Chennai, IndiaPurpose – This study aims to systematically review the existing literature and develop an understanding of work-life balance (WLB) and its relationship with other forms of work-related behavior and unearth research gaps to recommend future research possibilities and priorities. Design/methodology/approach – The current study attempts to make a detailed survey of the research work done by the pioneers in the domain WLB and its related aspects. A total of 99 research work has been included in this systematic review. The research works have been classified based on the year of publication, geographical distribution, the methodology used and the sector. The various concepts and components that have made significant contributions, factors that influence WLB, importance and implications are discussed. Findings – The paper points to the research gaps and scope for future research in the area of WLB. Originality/value – The current study uncovered the research gaps regarding the systematic review and classifications based on demography, year of publication, the research method used and sector being studied.https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/XJM-10-2020-0186/full/pdfCultureWork-life balanceFlexibilityIndividual’s ability to balance work-lifeSupport systemWLB policy utilization
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Work-life balance -a systematic review
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Culture
Work-life balance
Flexibility
Individual’s ability to balance work-life
Support system
WLB policy utilization
title Work-life balance -a systematic review
title_full Work-life balance -a systematic review
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title_short Work-life balance -a systematic review
title_sort work life balance a systematic review
topic Culture
Work-life balance
Flexibility
Individual’s ability to balance work-life
Support system
WLB policy utilization
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