A Study On Women Employees Attitude About Work Life Balance

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Work-life balance is one of the most important issues facing employers and managers today. Employees at all levels are no longer willing to trade their quality of life in order to get a decent standard of living. Managers can no longer afford to ignore the costs that the long-hours culture imposes on their organisation. Overwork causes stress-related absenteeism, poor retention levels, low creativity, appalling customer service and unethical employee behaviour. Combine that with the risks of being sued by a stressed employee or a parent who wanted to work flexibly, and the business case for paying real attention to work-life issues has never been stronger. This text sets out the roadmap for moving your organisation towards a positive work-life culture. With clear and practical advice for HR and line managers alike, Managing Work-Life Balance shows you how to engage employers, managers and employees in the process of controlling the inherent conflicts between the worlds of work and home.

Dr. Astha is a distinguished scholar with profound expertise in Human Resources practices within the banking sector, particularly focusing on India's largest bank, the State Bank of India. Through meticulous research, Dr. Astha not only defined the term "HR initiatives" but also conducted in-depth interviews with prominent executives, including the Indomitable Smt. Arundhati Bhattacharya, the first female chairperson of the State Bank of India. Dr. Astha's groundbreaking work led to a series of recommendations that were not only acknowledged but also implemented by the State Bank of India, enhancing employee job satisfaction significantly. Furthermore, Dr. Astha delved into the realm of women-centric HR initiatives within the banking sector, shedding light on their profound impact on women employees in this domain. In addition to her pioneering research in HR practices, Dr. Astha has authored numerous research articles, both on women-centric issues and the banking sector. These articles have found their way into esteemed Indian and international journals, further endorsing Dr. Astha's standing as a thought leader in her field.