Work-Life Balance: A Quality-of-Life Model

M. Joseph Sirgy () and Dong-Jin Lee ()
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M. Joseph Sirgy: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Dong-Jin Lee: Yonsei University

Applied Research in Quality of Life, 2016, vol. 11, issue 4, No 2, 1059-1082

Abstract: Abstract Based on a thorough review of the literature we identified four research streams identifying four corresponding factors that play an important in role work-life balance: (1) balanced role commitment, (2) positive spillover, (3) role conflict, and (4) social alienation. Based on these four factors, we classified individuals into four work-life balance groups with differing levels of life satisfaction. We then explained the psychological dynamics of the model by articulating three principles: satisfaction spillover across life domains, need satisfaction quota, and satisfaction from basic plus growth needs. Research and policy implications are also discussed.

Keywords: Work-life balance; Work-family conflict; Life satisfaction; Need satisfaction; and basic and growth needs; Subjective well-being; Quality of life (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2016
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