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@article{186236,
        author = {Priya Darshini. B and RAMACHANDRAN S and Prem kumar and Sneha. M},
        title = {The Impact on Role of work-life Balance in Talent Retention in the IT Sector”},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {6},
        pages = {551-561},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=186236},
        abstract = {In the dynamic and fast-paced environment of the Information Technology (IT) sector, employee retention has become a critical challenge for organizations. One of the most influential factors contributing to talent retention is the provision of a healthy work-life balance. This study explores the role of work-life balance in retaining skilled professionals within the IT industry, focusing on how flexible working hours, remote work opportunities, stress management, and organizational support impact employee satisfaction and loyalty. With the increasing demands of technology-driven projects, IT professionals often experience long working hours and high stress levels, leading to burnout and frequent job shifts. This research highlights the importance of work-life balance strategies as a means to enhance employee wellbeing, reduce turnover intentions, and improve overall organizational performance. The study also examines successful practices adopted by leading IT firms to support work-life harmony, thereby promoting a stable and committed workforce. By understanding the correlation between work-life balance and retention, IT companies can develop more effective human resource policies to attract and retain top talent in a highly competitive market.},
        keywords = {},
        month = {November},
        }