Work–family conflict and behavioral outcomes of Chinese female leaders: the mechanisms of work–family guilt and family centrality

Chen, Yuling; Yuan, Zihan; Chen, Charles Weizheng

doi:10.1108/gm-08-2023-0295

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“…In relation to work engagement, Cheng et al (2022) confirm that unreasonable tasks negatively impact work engagement by activating cognitive and affective responses, however supervisor support can mitigate these effects. Other studies have analyzed work engagement as a mediator between job resources and work-family enrichment ( Siu et al, 2010 ; Hakanen et al, 2011 ) or as affected by work–family conflict ( Lyu and Fan, 2022 ; Chen et al, 2023 ; Lu, 2023 ; Tang et al, 2023 ).…”

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Incorporating gendered analysis and flexibility in heavy work investment studies: a systematic literature review

Escudero-Guirado,

Fernández-Rodríguez,

Nájera-Sánchez

2024

Front. Psychol.

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IntroductionSignificant impacts of heavy work investment on employee well-being and organizational performance have prompted its increasing importance as a research topic. The findings about good or evil of these repercussions are nonetheless inconclusive. The intersection of Heavy Work Investment construct with gender has not been explicitly addressed by previous literature review and research. Besides, the relevance of flexibility for women, as one of the key factors for successful work-family balance management, still remains to be analyzed.MethodsA literature review on Heavy Work Investment was conducted using the SPAR-4-SLR protocol, wherein 83 articles were selected from a pool of 208 previously identified works. Bibliometric and content analysis techniques were employed, including co-word analysis, to evaluate research production, impact, and trends in the gender perspective within Heavy Work Investment.ResultsAs a result, a strategic diagram illustrates thematic topics, providing a clear understanding of the field’s structure and evolution. Six thematic groups were identified, around work-family conflict as the central theme.DiscussionThe explicit consideration of a gender perspective in literature involves nuanced differences regarding the conclusions of studies with a broader focus. First, the emerging prominence of studies on China and Japan becomes clear with gender as the specific focus of the review, aiming to clarify the experiences women face in more traditional societies with a more decisive division of roles. Second, there is a shift in interest regarding the analysis of Job Demands and Job Resources. Despite the apparent decline in interest in the former, the focus in gender literature clearly shifts toward the side of Job Resources, showing potential for the future. It could be understood that in a context of talent war and employee retention efforts, priority is given to better understanding of facilitating individual and organizational factors for work-life balance, especially for women. Future research areas are identified, including gender differences in organizational support and the impact of flexible work on the work-life balance, providing valuable insights for academia, practitioners, and organizations. The need for more comprehensive cross-cultural and gender research is also made clear.

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Incorporating gendered analysis and flexibility in heavy work investment studies: a systematic literature review

Escudero-Guirado,

Fernández-Rodríguez,

Nájera-Sánchez

2024

Front. Psychol.

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Achieving sustainable development goals for mental health and gender equality through work-life balance and emotional intelligence

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2024

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Purpose The purpose of this study is to investigate the relationship between work-life balance and the mental health of Indian managers and to explore the moderating role of emotional intelligence (EI) and gender. Design/methodology/approach Work-life balance scale (Hayman 2005), Mental Health Inventory (Viet and Ware, 1983) and EI scale (Wong and Law, 2002) were administered to 202 (102 males and 100 females) Indian managers. Based on the Conservation of Resource theory, a theoretical model has been designed and hypotheses were tested by descriptive, correlation and moderation analysis. Findings The results of this study indicated that work-life balance is positively correlated with psychological well-being and mental health, while negatively correlated with the psychological distress of managers. EI has emerged as a potential moderator that positively influences the relationship between work-life balance and the mental health of managers. At the same time, gender did not show any moderating effect. Research limitations/implications This research has theoretical, practical as well as social implications. Practical implications This study is aligned with SDG 3 and SDG 5 of the UN Sustainable Development Goals 2023. This paper provides valuable inputs in promoting mental health at the workplace and formulating gender-neutral work-life balance policies and programs in Indian organizations. Social implications This study is aligned with SDG 3 (Health and well-being) and SDG 5 (Gender equality) of the UN Sustainable Development Goals 2023. Originality/value This study is an empirical research paper backed by a sound theoretical framework, which addresses the work-life balance and mental health issues of managers and highlights the positive role of EI in managing their personal and professional lives in a low gender-egalitarian Indian work–family culture.

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Guest editorial: New perspectives on women’s entrepreneurship in China: identity negotiation, gender agency, and meaning-making

Han,

Song,

Aaltio

2024

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Work–family conflict and behavioral outcomes of Chinese female leaders: the mechanisms of work–family guilt and family centrality

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Incorporating gendered analysis and flexibility in heavy work investment studies: a systematic literature review

Incorporating gendered analysis and flexibility in heavy work investment studies: a systematic literature review

Achieving sustainable development goals for mental health and gender equality through work-life balance and emotional intelligence

Guest editorial: New perspectives on women’s entrepreneurship in China: identity negotiation, gender agency, and meaning-making

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