scholarly journals Entrepreneurial Competencies and Work – Life Balance of Rural Women Entrepreneurs: Evidence from the Philippines

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Pamela Fuentes Resurreccion ◽  
Iligan City, Philippines
Keyword(s):  
Rural Women ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Work Life Balance ◽  
Life Balance ◽  
Entrepreneurial Competencies

Etching a place in the design industry – case of DesignTheme Innoventics

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Satyanandini Arjunan ◽  
Prathima Bhat ◽  
Ganesh R. Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Economic Growth ◽  
Small Business ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Scale Up ◽  
Business Administration ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Work Life Balance ◽  
Life Balance ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Woman Entrepreneur

Study level/applicability This case can be used in the core course on entrepreneurship for Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Master of Business Administration/Post Graduate Diploma in Management (MBA/PGDM) students. It will help them to understand the motivations and challenges of women entrepreneurs, strategies to manage challenges, interactive style of leadership and their contribution to the economic growth of the country. Subject area Entrepreneurship. Case overview Roopa Rani, co-founded a digital design company, DesignTheme Innoventics (DTI), with her husband Yoganand, in November 2007, on the first floor of their residence. Yoganand’s creativity and Roopa’s determination made them bootstrap, scale slow and steady. As a novice to the industry, the initial days posed many challenges. Roopa hired artists to be appointed as designers, which gave them a unique selling preposition. They progressed slowly from a team of 2 to 20, with a revenue of INR 0.3M per annum to INR 12M per annum. As the company grew, Roopa wanted Yoganand’s support in handling the responsibilities, and hence, converted DTI into a limited liability partnership in 2013 and the couple were directors. As the client base improved, the need for shifting to a bigger space became more evident. A calculative risk-taker, Roopa, was forced to move DTI to a bigger office space end 2017, with a rent of INR60,000 per month. Meanwhile, they became a team of 20, with revenue of INR12m. The shift from no rent to a rented space made DTI slip to break-even. However, after two years, they moved into a smaller space and it coincided with the COVID-19 outbreak. Although the backlog orders were processed during the first quarter of 2020–2021, the business for the next quarter was affected. Social distancing norms created a shift in the way of doing business, which was a boon for a designing company like DTI. Now, the task before this self-made woman entrepreneur was to formulate strategies to scale up the business. Expected learning outcomes After analysing the case, the students will be able to: i. Value the contribution of women entrepreneurs towards the economy. ii. Examine the motivational factors and challenges of women entrepreneurs. iii. Understand the importance of networking. iv. Appraise the socio-cultural factors in a patriarchal society and their impact on the work-life balance of a woman entrepreneur. v. Appreciate the interactive leadership style of women entrepreneurs. vi. Formulate strategies to scale up the business. Supplementary materials • Agarwal, S., & Lenka, U. (2015). Study on work-life balance of women entrepreneurs – review and research agenda. Industrial and Commercial Training, 47(7), 356–362. doi:10.1108/ict-01–2015-0006 • Amit, R., & Muller, E. (1995). “Push” And “Pull” Entrepreneurship. Journal of Small Business & Entrepreneurship, 12(4), 64–80. doi:10.1080/08276331.1995.10600505 • Buttner, E. H. (2001). Examining Female Entrepreneurs' Management Style: An Application of a Relational Frame. Journal of Business Ethics, 29(3), 253–269. doi:10.1023/a:1026460615436 • Carter, S.C. (1997). E. Holly Buttner and Dorothy P. Moore (1997), ‘Women’s Organisational Exodus to Entrepreneurship: Self-reported Motivations and Correlates with Success', Journal of Small Business Management, January, pp34-47. • Cohoon, J. McGrath and Wadhwa, Vivek and Mitchell, Lesa, Are Successful Women Entrepreneurs Different from Men? (May 11, 2010). Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract = 1604653 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.1604653 •Fletcher, J. (1998), Relational Practice: A Feminist Reconstruction of Work, Journal of Management Inquiry, 7(2), 163-186. • Kirkwood, J. (2009). Motivational factors in a push‐pull theory of entrepreneurship. Gender in Management: An International Journal, 24(5), 346–364. doi:10.1108/17542410910968805. • Malyadri, G., Dr. (2012). Role of women Entrepreneurs in the Economic Development of India. Paripex – Indian Journal of Research, 3(3), 104–105. doi: 10.15373/22501991/mar2014/36. Pal, N. (2016). Women Entrepreneurship in India: Important for Economic Growth. International Journal of Pure and Applied Researches, 4(1), 55–64. Pugazhendhi, D. P. (2019). Problems, Challenges and Development of Women Entrepreneurs. Emperor Journal of Economics and Social Science Research, 1(4), 48–53. doi:10.35338/ejessr.2019.1407. Shastri, S., Shastri, S., & Pareek, A. (2019). Motivations and challenges of women entrepreneurs. International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy, 39(5/6), 338–355. doi:10.1108/ijssp-09–2018-0146. Tende, S.B. (2016). The Impact of Women Entrepreneurs towards National Development: Selected Study on Taraba State. Information and Knowledge Management, 6, 30–43. Xheneti, M., Karki, S. T., & Madden, A. (2018). Negotiating business and family demands within a patriarchal society – the case of women entrepreneurs in the Nepalese context. Entrepreneurship & Regional Development, 31(3–4), 259–278. doi:10.1080/08985626.2018.1551792 Subject code CCS 3: Entrepreneurship.

A Thematic Analysis of the Challenges and Work-Life Balance of Women Entrepreneurs Working in Small-Scale Industries

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
pp. 461-472
Author(s):  
Purvi Pareek ◽  
Chaya Bagrecha
Keyword(s):  
Pilot Study ◽  
Thematic Analysis ◽  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Training And Development ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Work Life Balance ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Life Balance ◽  
Exploratory Report ◽  
Small Scale Industries

The purpose of this research is to understand the various challenges and the work–life balance of women entrepreneurs working in small-scale industries (SSI), and to develop models for the same. The paper discusses the various viewpoints of women entrepreneurs of SSI given by them in personal interviews and explores in detail the difficulties and problems they face from generation to setting up of enterprise and making it run successfully. It also talks about the difficulties they face from society and the kind of anxiety and fear they have to overcome to reach this stage. This exploratory report is the result of a pilot study that has been conducted using thematic analysis to discover solutions for the same. Qualitative research method is being used for the pilot study conducted using thematic analysis by gathering data from personal interviews. The two most important challenges faced by women entrepreneurs managing small scale industries relate to socio-personal issues and managing relationships. Identification of challenges and work–life balance issues faced by women entrepreneurs in SSI and development of models for the same, that can be used for further research by academicians & by various Government and academic institutions for training and development, contributing to the growth of women entrepreneurs in India. The research is an honest attempt to realize the various challenges and work–life balance issues an Indian woman entrepreneur faces in SSI, so that models can be developed, leading to more woman participation and contributing to entrepreneurial growth.

Work-life balance crafting during COVID-19: exploring strategies of telecommuting employees in the Philippines

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-20
Author(s):  
Jaimee Felice Caringal-Go ◽  
Mendiola Teng-Calleja ◽  
Donald Jay Bertulfo ◽  
Jason O. Manaois
Keyword(s):  
The Philippines ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Work Life Balance ◽  
Life Balance

Role Salience and the Growth Intention of Women Entrepreneurs: Does Work-life Balance Make a Difference?

2021 ◽  
Vol 24 ◽  
Author(s):  
Brownhilder Ngek Neneh
Keyword(s):  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Work And Family ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Work Life Balance ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Work Role ◽  
Role Salience ◽  
Life Balance ◽  
The Relationship

Abstract Work and family are two of the most competing and salient roles in the life of every individual. As such, individuals often make behavioral decisions based on the relative salience (work or family) they attach to these life roles. Given that growth intention is a vital behavioral choice in the life of an entrepreneur, this study examined how role salience influences the growth intentions of women entrepreneurs. Moreover, for most women entrepreneurs, their family domain is highly entwined with the business domain, and as such, having an adequate work-life balance is often a vital personal goal. Thus, this study also examined the influence of work-life balance on the growth intentions of the women entrepreneurs as well as its moderating effect of on the relationship between role salience and growth intentions. Based on self-reported data from women entrepreneurs (N = 300), the findings of this study using logistic regression analysis revealed that both work role salience (b = .88, p < .001) and work-life balance (b = .73, p < .001) have a positive effect on the growth intentions of women entrepreneurs. Additionally, work-life balance also moderated the relationship between work role salience and growth intention such that the positive association is strengthened at high levels of work-life balance (b = .90, p < .001). The study culminates with a discussion of the implications and suggestions for future research.

scholarly journals The Relationship between Job Satisfaction and Work-Life Balance of Non-standard Employment (NSE) Workers of a Manpower Agency

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 83-96
Author(s):  
Lyka R. Lagrana ◽  
Ma. Johanna Ann R. Bayoneta
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Significant Relationship ◽  
Time Management ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Work Life Balance ◽  
Valuable Insight ◽  
Life Balance ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Resource Program

The rapid growth of industrialization and diversification worldwide diverted the trend in the labor market to be shifted towards alternative work arrangements, also known as Non-standard Employment (NSE). In the Philippines, these alternative forms of employment of NSE can be greatly observed. The majority of workers under NSE arrangements fall under fixed-term or contractual employees. The purpose of this study is to assess the level of job satisfaction and work-life balance of the NSE workers of a manpower agency in a highly urbanized city in the Philippines and explore their challenges.  Moreover, it sought to determine the significant relationship between job satisfaction and work-life balance. Using a standardized questionnaire, the data were gathered from a sample of 282 agency workers. The study tested hypotheses using Mann Whitney U test, Kruskal Wallis, and Spearman rank. The results showed that workers demonstrate a low level of job satisfaction while there is a moderate level of work-life balance. However, the results indicated there is a significant difference in the level of job satisfaction and level of work-life balance only for the variable sex.  Likewise, findings revealed a significant relationship between job satisfaction and work-life balance. The most challenging for the NSE workers are time management, company policies, dealing with customers, and motivation for the job.  The study concludes that job satisfaction influences the work-life balance of the NSE workers.  The findings of the study provide valuable insight for manpower agencies in the formulation of a human resource program focused on improving employee satisfaction of the job.

scholarly journals Work-Life Balance of Women Entrepreneurs (Wlbwe): a Model

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 2005-2011
Keyword(s):  
Women Entrepreneurs ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Work Life Balance ◽  
Life Balance ◽  
Happy Life ◽  
Family Demands ◽  
Small Medium Enterprises ◽  
Capital Development ◽  
Medium Enterprises

Today’s women are contributing to family and nation’s economy. This study proposed a new conceptual framework that incorporates the importance of the worklife balance and implication on health for women entrepreneurs in Small Medium Enterprises (SMESs). Survey questionnaire was used to gather information on variables that are pertinent to the development of the model. The survey questionnaires were analyzed using multiple regression. The samples for this study consisted of 278 women entrepreneurs. The findings revealed that work-life balance women entrepreneurs model (WLBWE model) is suitable for women entrepreneurs to enhance their life well – being and gain profit in their business. Finally, the alert of health affected only significant in the contribution between work demands and family demands to enhance profit in organization and maintain with happy life with family and doesn’t give a direct impact to personal and annual turnover performance. The study is beneficial for policy makers and Human Capital Development units in organizations to embed essential concepts in their organizations’ strategic planning.

scholarly journals Telecommuting Intensity in the Context of COVID-19 Pandemic: Job Performance and Work-Life Balance

2021 ◽  
Vol 35 (1) ◽  
pp. 107-116
Author(s):  
Ma. Theresa Alfanza
Keyword(s):  
Job Performance ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
The Philippines ◽  
Work Life ◽  
Work Life Balance ◽  
Life Balance ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Work Done ◽  
At Home

Abstract The COVID-19 pandemic caused a prolonged and intensified telecommuting arrangement that raised a number of unprecedented concerns regarding its implications on employees’ job performance (JP) and work-life balance (WLB). This study primarily aimed at determining the relationship between telecommuting intensity and employees’ JP and WLB. Further, it sought to know if there was a significant difference in employees’ productivity when working at the office and at home. Lastly, it assessed whether previous frameworks on JP and WLB were still valid during the COVID-19 crisis. A total of 396 telecommuting employees from three BPO companies in the Philippines were gathered using stratified random sampling. Pearson correlation, T-test, and confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) were executed for this study. The result of this study provides evidence that intensified telecommuting has a negative relationship with employees’ WLB. It means that longer time spent in telecommuting decreases the work-life balance of employees. On the other hand, telecommuting intensity is not significantly correlated with employees’ JP, supporting the second finding that there is no significant difference in the percentage of work done and the amount of time spent to finish a job at home and at the office. Lastly, CFA generated that the frameworks on JP and WLB were still applicable in the context of COVID-19. This study provides managers with findings to more carefully design telecommuting programmes with emphasis on supporting the factors that contribute to employees’ work-life balance.

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