摘要：This qualitative study focuses on how women of three different generations, Generation Y, Generation X and Baby Boomers, view the concept of w ork-life balance and what relationship these views have to their attainment of w orkplace leadership positions. Work-life balance was defined differently across the three generations, but the generational lines faded as most women reported struggling w ith finding a balance. So me women conveyed choosing not to pursue high-level leadership positions as the personal cost was too high. Those who had obtained high-level leadership positions shared w hat types of support were most effective in helping them juggle personal and professional obligations. A general theory became apparent; the answer for women may not be balancing, but rather integrating work-life commitments.
关键词：cross-generational; work-life balance; wo men; leadership; workplace
