The Study on Work-Life Balance and Its Impact on Employee Mental Health and Job Satisfaction

The Study on Work-Life Balance and Its Impact on Employee Mental Health and Job Satisfaction

Srushti K. Chinchmalatpure1,

Student

Dept. of MBA., Sipna College of Engineering and Technology, Amravati 444607, Amravati (MS.), India
24mb0132@sipnaengg.ac.in

Vaishnavi M. Bhojekar2,

Student

Dept. of MBA., Sipna College of Engineering and Technology, Amravati 444607, Amravati (MS.), India
24mb0068@sipnaengg.ac.in

Prof. Kasturi Kashikar 2

Asst. Professor,

Dept. of MBA., Sipna College of Engineering and Technology, Amravati 444607, Amravati (MS.), India

kdkashikar@sipnaengg.ac.in

Prof. Piyush Wasankar 2

Asst. Professor,

Dept. of MBA., Sipna College of Engineering and Technology, Amravati 444607, Amravati (MS.), India

pmwasankar@sipnaengg.ac.in

ABSTRACT: In today’s dynamic organizational environment, employees are required to balance increasing work demands alongside personal and social responsibilities, making work–life balance a crucial determinant of employee well-being. The present study examines the impact of work–life balance on employees’ mental health and job satisfaction, with special reference to Maruti Suzuki Arena, Aspa Bandsons Auto Pvt. Ltd., Badnera Road, Amravati. Employee well-being in this research is assessed through two major dimensions: mental health and job satisfaction.

The study adopts a quantitative, descriptive, and correlational research design using a cross-sectional survey method. Primary data were collected from 100 employees working across various departments such as sales, service, administration, accounting, insurance, and customer service. A structured questionnaire based on a 5-point Likert scale was used to measure employees’ perceptions of work–life balance, levels of stress and burnout, and job satisfaction factors including recognition, motivation, and role satisfaction. Percentage analysis and Karl Pearson’s correlation coefficient were employed for data analysis using MS Excel.

The findings reveal that although a considerable number of employees reported moderate to good work–life balance and job satisfaction, a significant proportion experienced high levels of stress and burnout. Percentage analysis indicated that employees with poor work–life balance reported lower mental health and job satisfaction. Correlation analysis demonstrated a strong positive relationship between work–life balance and job satisfaction (r = +0.68) and an even stronger positive relationship between work–life balance and mental health (r = +0.72). The results led to the rejection of the null hypothesis and acceptance of the alternative hypothesis.

The study concludes that effective work–life balance practices significantly enhance employees’ mental health and job satisfaction. Organizations should therefore adopt flexible work arrangements, supportive HR policies, and mental health initiatives to promote sustainable employee well-being and organizational effectiveness.

Keywords: Work–Life Balance, Mental Health, Job Satisfaction, Employee Well-Being, Stress and Burnout, Automobile Industry