International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI)
Work Stress and Employee Productivity: Examining the Mediating Role of Work-Life Balance
Published November 27, 2025 • Vol. 12, Issue 11, pp. 46–54Open Access
DOI: 10.51244/IJRSI.2025.12110004
Abstract
Objective: The aim is to investigate the relationship between employee productivity and work stress, with an emphasis on the mediating function of work-life balance among Indian corporate workers.
Methodology: Using SPSS 25 with bootstrapping, a quantitative survey of 300 employees was examined using regression, mediation, and correlation tests based on Baron and Kenny's (1986) model.
Findings: While work-life balance partially mediates this relationship and improves performance, work stress significantly reduces productivity.
Conclusion: The study emphasizes how crucial it is to put in place organizational policies and initiatives that promote work-life balance in order to reduce stress and maintain worker productivity.
Keywords: Employee Productivity, Indian corporate sector, Mediation, SPSS analysis, Work Stress, Work-Life Balance
| Journal | International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI) |
|---|---|
| ISSN | 2321-2705 |
| Volume / Issue | Volume 12, Issue 11 |
| Pages | 46–54 |
| Publication date | November 27, 2025 |
| DOI | 10.51244/IJRSI.2025.12110004 |
| Publisher | RSIS International |
| License | Open Access |
How to cite this article
Mahima Chack, Dr. Vinod Kumar Bhatnagar, & Dr. Rajendra K. Khatik (2025). Work Stress and Employee Productivity: Examining the Mediating Role of Work-Life Balance. International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), 12(11), 46-54. https://doi.org/10.51244/IJRSI.2025.12110004
BibTeX
@article{Mahima2025,
title = {Work Stress and Employee Productivity: Examining the Mediating Role of Work-Life Balance},
author = {Mahima Chack and Dr. Vinod Kumar Bhatnagar and Dr. Rajendra K. Khatik},
journal = {International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI)},
volume = {12},
number = {11},
pages = {46--54},
year = {2025},
doi = {10.51244/IJRSI.2025.12110004},
publisher = {RSIS International}
}