A Study on Factors Impacting the Work-Life Balance of Women Entrepreneurs in Haryana

This research explores the primary factors influencing the work-life balance (WLB) of women entrepreneurs in Haryana—a region characterized by rapid industrialization alongside entrenched traditional gender roles. A structured survey, employing a 5-point Likert scale, was administered to 150 women entrepreneurs across five districts: Gurugram, Rohtak, Hisar, Karnal, and Panipat. The findings reveal that role overload (Mean = 4.12) and dependent care responsibilities (Mean = 4.08) present the most significant obstacles to achieving WLB, while social support (Mean = 3.21) is notably lacking. Correlation results show a strong inverse relationship between WLB and both role overload (r = -0.65) and dependent care (r = -0.60), whereas positive correlations were observed with social support (r = 0.58) and time management (r = 0.52). Regression analysis confirmed these findings, with role overload and dependent care emerging as the strongest negative predictors of WLB, while social support and time management positively influenced it. The model accounted for 66% of the variance in WLB (R² = 0.66). These insights highlight the urgent requirement for gender-responsive interventions such as flexible work policies, stress management training, and accessible childcare services. Strengthening WLB is critical for promoting gender equality and ensuring inclusive entrepreneurial development in the region.