Exploring the determinants of work–life balance among senior-level working mothers in Yangon, Myanmar

Work-life balance (WLB) is an emergent issue in contemporary organizational and social research, especially among working women. Working women need to accomplish both professional and personal responsibilities. The research employed a qualitative study and collected data through semi-structured interviews with senior-level working mothers at private, public, and self-owned enterprises. The data are analyzed using content analysis. The findings showed that organizational factors, including workload, working hours, and flexible working policies, are the influencing determinants of work-life balance for senior-level working women. The findings also mentioned that excessive workload and extended working hours contribute to job-related stress and work-life conflict. Advancements in technology have both benefits and drawbacks for working mothers’ WLB. Practical recommendations are provided to enhance employee well-being, productivity, and retention.