Abstract:
Today’s workforce is living in a fast-paced environment requiring increased efforts as well as prolonged connectivity. Consequently, Work-life Balance has emerged as a critical factor that shapes employees’ experiences and outcomes. In order to explain how Work-Life Balance influences employee outcomes, this study explores the sequential relationships between Work-Life Balance, work engagement, thriving and career satisfaction. It also examines moderation role of supervisory coaching between thriving and career satisfaction. This study bridges the gap identified in previous literature suggesting that limited research had examined the impact of Work-Life Balance on work engagement and other variables. It also contributes to the literature on an under researched topic of supervisory coaching. To test the hypotheses of this study, data was gathered from 252 participants through a link that was shared via email and social networks. SPSS software was used to analyze the collected data. Empirical data show that Work-Life Balance positively influences career satisfaction. Work-Life Balance also influences career satisfaction indirectly through the mediating role of work engagement and thriving. However, supervisory coaching did not moderate the relationship between thriving and career satisfaction. This study provides insights for researchers and managers on the impact of Work-Life Balance on employee outcomes. Limitations, practical implications and future research recommendations are also addressed.
