Leadership Trait as Moderator between Work-Life Balance and Employee Productivity: Evidence from Banking Sector of Emerging Economy

Remissa Musaddiq; Shamim  Akhtar; Muhammad Amir  Alvi; Naheed  Arshaf

doi:10.62270/jirms.v4i1.51

Authors

Remissa Musaddiq Ph.D. Scholar,Department of Business Administration, University of Sialkot, Pakistan
Shamim Akhtar Assistant Professor, Faculty of Management and Administrative Sciences, Univrsity of Sialkot, Pakistan
Muhammad Amir Alvi Assistant Professor, Department of Management Sciences and Economics, Grand Asian University, Sialkot Paksitan
Naheed Arshaf MS Scholar, Faculty of Management and Administrative Sciences, University of Sialkot, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62270/jirms.v4i1.51

Keywords:

Employee well-being, Work-life balance, Employee productivity, Leadership traits, Female woking women, banking sector

Abstract

Purpose-This research investigates the impact of work-life balance on employee productivity, with a specific focus on female employees in the banking sector of Pakistan. The inclusion of the moderating role of leadership traits adds depth to the study by explaining how individual characteristics influence this relationship.

Design/methodology/approach- Data were procured from a cohort of 200 female employees actively engaged in employment within the banking industry of Pakistan, employing a self-administered questionnaire as the data acquisition instrument. Subsequent data analysis was executed employing statistical software, SPSS, complemented by the utilization of the PROCESS macro.

Findings- The research findings reveal a statistically significant correlation between work-life balance and employee productivity. Furthermore, the study discerns that an individual's leadership attributes function as a pivotal moderating determinant in the association between work-life balance and employee productivity.

Originality/Value- This study explains the equilibrium between the personal and professional dimensions of female employees working within the banking sector, elucidating its influence on employee performance. Additionally, the investigation delves into the moderating influence exerted by leadership traits.

Practical Implications- This research provides valuable insights for policymakers and practitioners, supporting evidence-based strategies for gender equality, work-life integration, and employee well-being. It also highlights the benefits of work-life balance practices adopted by individuals and organizations and contributes empirical understanding of the relationship between leadership traits, work-life balance, and employee productivity.