Work Life Balance of Women Entrepreneurs of India

Abstract

Purpose: The study's aims to identify the critical factors that influence the work-life balance(WLB) of Indian women entrepreneurs in the current business environment and the various women's socio-demographic characteristics associated with their capacity to balance work and family life (i.e., age, education).

Design/methodology/approach: The data was collected from 126 Indian women business owners.  An analysis of variance (ANOVA) was carried out to see if there were any significant mean differences in the attitudes of the women entrepreneurs towards WLB across areas such age, education, time management, work relationships, health, family, and social life.

Findings: According to the study's findings, WLB is negatively predicted by schooling, issues with dependent care, and having too many family/social obligations and responsibilities, while WLB is positively predicted by the age of the female entrepreneur, family and social support, health-related issues, and time management.

Research limitations/ implications: Data was collected from only 126 women entrepreneurs. Other than the variables mentioned there can be other variables which may impact work life balance.

Practical implications   : Women entrepreneurs have to develop relevant skills which enable them to maintain healthy balance between work life and personal life. . The various government agencies and NGOs should focus on training programs and entrepreneurial education to enrich skills of women entrepreneurs.

Social implications:  Entrepreneurship can help women's economic independence and improve their social status. The development of women entrepreneurship enables society to understand and appreciate their abilities.

Originality: The research looks into the various dimensions which might influence success or failure of women entrepreneurship.