Work Life Balance and Employees Psychological Well-Being : Moderated by Transformational Leadership

Abstract

This study aims to examine the influence of work-life balance on employees’ psychological well-being
and to explore the moderating role of transformational leadership in this relationship. In today’s dynamic work environment, maintaining a balance between professional responsibilities and personal life
has become essential for ensuring mental and emotional health among employees. Drawing upon theories of occupational stress and leadership, this study proposes that a positive work-life balance significantly contributes to enhanced psychological well-being. Furthermore, it hypothesizes that transformational leadership characterized by inspiration, individual consideration, intellectual stimulation,
and idealized influence can strengthen this relationship by creating a supportive and motivating workplace climate. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire from employees across various
sectors. The results indicate that work-life balance has a positive and significant effect on psychological
well-being. Additionally, transformational leadership was found to moderate this effect, amplifying the
positive impact of work-life balance when transformational leadership levels are high. These findings
suggest that organizations should not only support initiatives for better work-life balance but also invest
in cultivating transformational leadership practices to improve employee well-being. Implications for
management and suggestions for future research are discussed.