The Effect of Work-Life Balance Practices on the Organizational Performance: Evidence from Selected Higher Learning Institutions in Tanzania

Abstract

The relationship between work-life balance practices and organizational performance is a subject of considerable interest among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers. Extensive research has been conducted to explore the potential effects of work-life balance practices on various dimensions of organizational performance, including productivity, employee engagement, retention, absenteeism, and financial performance. This study was conducted on the effect of work-life balance practices on organizational performance in selected higher learning institutions in Tanzania, The study used quantitative research design using a sample of 100 populations. The linear regression and correlation analysis were used to test the relationship and its strength on the work life balance and organizational performance. The study findings indicate that there as a strong positive correlation between work-life balance and employee engagement, job satisfaction, and employee productivity, which are the variables for organizational performance. This correlation highlights the importance of promoting work-life balance in organizations to enhance employees’ well-being.