Telework has gained significant relevance in recent years; however, its effects on work-life balance remain unclear, particularly in the context of the evolving and complex nature of work environments in which telework conditions, such as job autonomy, vary. Employee retention poses a...

The COVID-19 pandemic impacted profoundly on the mental and physical health of defense personnel, due to their involvement in the enforcement of COVID-19 measures and confined work environments. This cross-sectional study assessed the effects of the pandemic on work-life balance, mental health,...

This study explores the relationship between the daily habits of S&P 500 CEOs and their financial remuneration. Using a mixed-method approach, the research analyzes time allocation across work, sleep, and exercise among 22 CEOs from leading publicly listed U.S. corporations. Regression analysis...

This paper estimates the causal effect of parental right to work from home (WfH) on children’s educational attainment. Using administrative data from the Netherlands and variations in firm-specific WfH policies, which generate natural experiments, we find that children whose parents gain the...

The concept of a four-day workweek (4DWW) has gained traction as organisations explore ways to improve employee well-being and productivity. This study investigates the opportunities, challenges, and perceived feasibility of adopting a 4DWW in the UK, from the perspective of employees on...

This paper examines the relationship between flexible working arrangements (FWA) and workers' affective well-being (AWB), using data from the American Time-Use Survey (ATUS) and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). We analyze differences in workers' emotional experiences during paid...

Purpose - The current study aimed to investigate the role of career cushioning and work-life balance (WLB) as mediators in the effect of flexible work arrangements (FWA) on organizational citizenship behavior (OCB). Research methodology - Data were collected from 270 employees working in...

Purpose: The study explores factors and consequences of reduced working hours as an example of flexible work policies, in particular assessing whether global findings observed also manifest in the South African (SA) context, and provide key considerations to inform strategies in organisations...

Work-family conflict (WFC) often undermines employees' well-being, yet the coping role of family-related cyberloafing (FCL) across generations remains unclear. Guided by the Theory of Planned Behavior, this study examines relationships among WFC, FCL, and work-life balance (WLB) and tests...

We investigate how fertility relates to work from home (WFH) in the post-pandemic era, drawing on original data from our Global Survey of Working Arrangements and U.S. Survey of Working Arrangements and Attitudes. Realized fertility from 2023 to 2025 and future planned fertility are higher among...

The article explores job preferences among business students through the lens of the Big Five personality traits, which have implications for students' attitudes. This investigation is conducted within the contexts of Norway and Poland, facilitating a comparative analysis of students from these...

There is not enough attention paid to the analysis of time allocation in the context of happiness. Perhaps it is because happiness economics is an expanding interdisciplinary field. So, recommendations for self-employed persons in Lithuania how daily time should be effectively allocated for life...

This research investigates the intricacies of work-life balance among female staff members (including teaching and non-teaching) in higher educational institutions within the Sultanate of Oman. Despite the increasing participation of women in the workforce, achieving a satisfactory work-life...

"This timely book focuses on an overview of the fundamentals behind high-performance workplaces underpinning occupants' satisfaction, health, and productivity. To this end, it covers human, environmental, and organisational aspects proven to be of great relevance to the design of...

This study has undertaken a comprehensive review of literature from 2019 to 2021, encompassing work/life balance review articles to identify the research gap in the work/life balance area. Employing the PRISMA framework for systematic literature review, the study identified prospective areas for...

This article examines global academic research and provides an overview of the gig economy. The article provides a comprehensive framework based on a literature review, offering insights into the evolution of research trends, key themes, and collaborative dynamics within this evolving field. Our...

Amid unprecedented challenges in Malaysia's economy and labour markets, there is a growing inclination among workers to resign in pursuit of a more balanced work-life equilibrium. This shift indicates a changing perspective on employment, where competitive compensation and benefits remain...

Technological advancements and organizational restructuring have been linked to increased work intensification through longer workdays, increased responsibility, and increased pressure to meet high standards. Work intensification can have several negative effects such as the increase in...

Child penalties in paid working hours are persistent and widen the gender earnings gap. This paper studies an important mechanism through which working hours are affected: peer effects. Using three unique layers of peer networks: neighbours, colleagues, and family, we analyse peer effects on...

Frame of the research: Existing studies highlight the benefits and drawbacks of digital connectivity for work flexibility and efficiency. However, the literature largely overlooks how constant connectivity during non-work hours undermines employees' psychological well-being by intensifying...

The Apple TV+ series Severance (2022-present) offers a dystopian portrayal of workplace life that intensifies real-world dynamics of control, boundary management, and identity regulation. This paper analyzes Severance as a speculative case study in organizational theory, treating the show's...