A STUDY ON IMPACT OF COVID IN WORK LIFE BALANCE OF EMPLOYEES IN CHENNAI

Abstract

Work life balance is a central issue affecting wellbeing as family and work are the most important
element of every individual’s life. Work life balance is always challenging for all working personnel.
Work from home scenario changed balance between work life and personal life. Many previous studies
have explored the nature of work life balance but rarely any study could cover pandemic affected
working scenario. This study attempted to investigate various other factors affecting work life balance
when employees are obligated to mandatorily work from home. The study intended to study the current
work life balance situation and identified that work life responsibilities has an impact on personal life
of employees. The study collected data from 60 employees working from home during pandemic. Data
were analysed and found that there is negative impact in the work life balance of the employees.
Accordingly the employees are the one who determines the company’s growth should be given the
desired environment to enhance their job satisfaction.