Enhancing Employee Performance In Public Universities Through Work-Life Balance: A Review

Abstract

Striking a balance between work and life is important for an employee, especially among academics. Balancing work and life have become a challenge these days. When demand for work or personal affairs prevail, it directly creates an unbalanced situation and further forms a conflict between work and family. The conflict that ensues from balancing work and life will have a negative impact on the other party, whether it is an organization or the family itself. Failure to manage this balance will result in negative effects including absenteeism, lack of work commitment, low work quality, low productivity, lack of creativity and innovation, stress, family conflict, divorce etc. Hence, this study analysed the findings of previous studies related to the definition of work-life balance and the elements of work-life balance in public universities. Findings from previous studies will be able to help organize more systematic and significant ideas for future studies.