Paper Key : IRJ************569
Author: Dr.ranjith Somasundaran Chakkambath,Dr. Shamsi Sukumaran,Navami P.s
Date Published: 03 Jul 2024
Abstract
In the VUCA world, it is vital that the professionals render themselves to higher productivity. But at the same time, they need to take care of their mental well-being by achieving a better work-life balance. Although there are many factors to this equilibrium being achieved, social support plays an important part. This study investigates the influence of social support networks on work-life balance among young workers. Data were collected from 150 respondents through convenient sampling using descriptive research design which was predominantly female in their youth with single status and earning a sustainable annual income from different domains. The respondents were from the different parts of Ernakulam city, in Kerala. The analysis included Exploratory Factor analysis which identified 'Flexible Work Arrangementsand 'Core Skillsas key contributors to work-life balance, with 'Core Skillsbeing the most dominant factor. Chi-square tests revealed no significant relationship between work experience and work-life balance, indicating that achieving work-life balance is independent of the length of work experience. The study suggests that organizations should enhance social support networks by developing core skills such as active listening, empathy, and recognition of efforts through training programs, workshops, and feedback sessions.