The work-family dyad: Multi-level perspectives

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to introduce a selection of papers within the issue that discuss the work-family interface. Design/methodology/approach The themes of the papers in the issue are outlined Findings The papers address the following: conflict, facilitation and individual coping styles across the work and family domains; generational differences in work-family conflict and work-family synergy for Generation X, baby boomers and matures; the development and transmission of work-related attitudes; a cross cultural comparison of female managers attitudes, experiences and career choices; the impact of individual and organisational characteristics on work-family conflict and career outcomes, and the variation of work life integration experiences of mid-career professional women. Originality/value The paper introduces the special issue which provides a varied mix of theoretical approaches and multi-level perspectives to scope out and explain the links between work and family life.