Journal of Commerce and Management Thought
  • Year: 2018
  • Volume: 9
  • Issue: 3

A Study on Work-life Balance with Reference to SME's Employees in Shivamogga (Shimoga) Region

1Assistant Professor, Department of Studies in Commerce, Post Graduate Centre, Kuvempu University, Kadur, Chikmagalur, 577548

2Research Scholar, Department of Studies in Commerce, Post Graduate Centre, Kuvempu University, Kadur, Chikmagalur, 577548. Email Id: kumarmrgrl@gmail.com

Online published on 17 July, 2018.

Abstract

This research paper provides information about work life balance of employees in Shimoga region. Work Life Balance is defined as a means of flexible working or flexible leave available to employees’ sample of 300 employees was taken from SME's in Shimoga region. Primary data was collected through questionnaire survey and analyzed with the help of various statistical tools such as F test. The findings of the study may have further implications for industry and society. This study revealed that there is no significant difference among the SME's employees in Shimoga region, because achieving a good balance between work and family commitments is a growing concern for contemporary employees and organizations. This study also made few suggestions to improve their working life balance of SME's Shimoga region.

Keywords

Work-life Balance, Work Satisfaction, Family Gathering and Policies