FACTORS DETERMINING THE QUALITY OF WORK-LIFE IN THE HIGHLY COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY ON THE ROLE OF EMPLOYEE DEMOGRAPHICS

Harikumar Pallathadka, Laxmi Kirana Pallathadka*
Page No. 63-71

The quality of working life is an important concept which has much significance in the life of employees. The quality of working life shows a proper balance between personal and professional life, contributing to productivity and employee happiness. Several studies have been conducted to identify the variables that influence and are essential to employees' quality of life in private or public businesses. Some of the elements have been identified with the help of a literature review. Some factors like transportation, workload, family life, compensation and benefits, work environment, work conditions, and career growth significantly impact the employees' quality of life. These studies suggest that the right culture of the organization, policy of compensation, career change, relative facilities may lead to satisfied employees that ensure the organization's overall productivity.
Keywords : work-life quality, employee satisfaction, career growth, organizational culture