Factors Affecting Work Life Balance: A Case Study of Himalayan Bank Ltd.

Abstract

Service oriented organizations are focusing themselves on providing effective services via satisfied and customer friendly employees. Himalayan Bank, being one of the reputed commercial private bank in Nepal has a challenge to become an employee-friendly organization for providing quality services to customers. This research is carried out to find the factors that influence the effectiveness of the employees who are responsibly working for the quality, image and prospect of the organization. This article is mainly focused on exploring family responsibilities as well as work responsibilities which have impact on the job satisfaction of the employees working permanently in the bank. Primary data used in this study have been collected through the structured questionnaire distributed to selected employees. Collected data are analyzed by using excel and SPSS. Cronbach’s alpha is calculated to see the reliability of the items used as the instrument to measure variables. Correlation, t-test, regression analysis, F-test as well as post hoc analysis are done to examine the status and impact of variables. Most of the independent variables taken into consideration are found to have significant impact on the dependent variable. Practical and theoretical implications in work life balance is prescribed for practical and theoretical implications in the future.

Emotional Intelligence and Work-Life Balance of Female Staff in Commercial Banks in Kathmandu District

“…They also provide a constructive contribution to the country's overall development. (Kappagoda, 2013;Bhandari, 2022). There are now more commercial banks due to liberal policies, a favourable environment, increased trade and many other things (Bhandari, 2022).…”

“…(Kappagoda, 2013;Bhandari, 2022). There are now more commercial banks due to liberal policies, a favourable environment, increased trade and many other things (Bhandari, 2022). The banking industry has quickly changed over the last few decades as a result of liberalisation, privatisation and globalisation, changes in policy, technological advancements, and intense rivalry.…”

“…One of the prevalent conventions in the banking industry is extended work hours (Kodagoda, 2010). Longer working hours are the main issue when addressing work-life balance difficulties for banking personnel (Bhandari, 2022). Other difficulties in the banking industry include adjusting to constant change, coming up with new ideas, managing vast volumes of information, finding and keeping the right kinds of talent, encouraging cooperation and increasing organisational effectiveness (Alriwali, 2019).…”

“…As a result, workers in the banking industry experience a lot of work-life conflict, which impacts their personal and professional lives (Khan et al, 2022). Due to the high stress of juggling between work and home, many commercial bank personnel have been reported to be suffering from health issues (Bhandari, 2022). Emotionally unbalanced women may struggle to meet deadlines or accomplish their goals.…”