Work-life balance in Asia: A systematic review

A growing body of empirical work on the work-life interface in Asia has investigated the effects of various work-life constructs on work and non-work outcomes. However, scholars are also debating whether work-life constructs from the West must be conceptualized and operationalized differently when used in the Asian context. The present study reviews the literature on the work-life interface in Asia, identifies research gaps, and proposes an agenda for future research. This review contributes to the literature by developing a conceptual model that informs our theoretical understanding of work-life research in Asia. In doing so, it provides important insights into how cultural, economic and institutional factors influence employee perceptions of the work-life interface. The present review stresses the need for methodological advancement, multilevel analysis, and an extension of work-life constructs in Asia.