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Cross-Generational Perspectives on Work-Life Balance and its Impact
Faculty and Research Publications
  • D. Roebuck, Kennesaw State University
  • D. N. Smith, Kennesaw State University
  • T. El Haddaoui, Kennesaw State University
Department
Management and Entrepreneurship
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-30-2013
Abstract

This qualitative study focuses on how women of three different generations, Generation Y, Generation X and Baby Boomers, view the concept of work-life balance and what relationship these views have to their attainment of workplace leadership positions. Work-life balance was defined differently across the three generations, but the generational lines faded as most women reported struggling with finding a balance. Some women conveyed choosing not to pursue high-level leadership positions as the personal cost was too high. Those who had obtained high-level leadership positions shared what types of support were most effective in helping them juggle personal and professional obligations. A general theory became apparent; the answer for women may not be balancing, but rather integrating work-life commitments.

Citation Information
Roebuck, D., Smith, D. N., El Haddaoui, T. (2013). Cross-Generational Perspectives on Work-Life Balance and its Impact. Advancing Women in Leadership Journal, 33.