The Impact of Teleworking on Women’s Work–Life Balance and Life Satisfaction: a Longitudinal Study from Singapore

Jolene Tan (), Jeremy Lim-Soh and Poh Lin Tan
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Jolene Tan: Australian National University
Jeremy Lim-Soh: National University of Singapore
Poh Lin Tan: National University of Singapore

Applied Research in Quality of Life, 2024, vol. 19, issue 5, No 18, 2595-2615

Abstract: Abstract As teleworking gains widespread global acceptance as a prevalent work arrangement, it is crucial to understand its implications for life satisfaction. Despite the increasing adoption of teleworking, few studies have examined the specific mechanisms through which it influences life satisfaction. This study used data on 358 married Singaporean women spanning six waves from 2018 to 2022, and applied path analysis to explore the effects of teleworking on life satisfaction mediated by work–life balance, workplace relationships, and working hours. The findings suggest a positive association between teleworking and life satisfaction, with work–life balance as a mediating factor. Although teleworking is associated with worsened workplace relationships and decreased working hours, the mediating effects of these factors on life satisfaction are not significant. Organizations should consider the potential benefits of teleworking for work–life balance and life satisfaction while also weighing its drawbacks.

Keywords: Teleworking; Work-family balance; Life satisfaction; Working women; Singapore (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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