Work-Life Symphony: Balancing demands and resources for greater fulfillment
Keywords:
work-life harmony, work-life balance, job demand-resources;Abstract
This study examines the effects of work-life balance and work-life harmony on job satisfaction among millennial employees in Yogyakarta, using job demand resources as a mediating factor. A quantitative approach was taken, surveying 96 respondents through Google Forms and analyzing data with SmartPLS. Findings indicate that work-life balance does not significantly influence job satisfaction, while work-life harmony has a positive effect. Job demand resources negatively impact job satisfaction and mediate the relationship between work-life balance and job satisfaction. Additionally, work-life balance is linked to increased burnout among these employees.
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