Self-directed learning (SDL) is becoming a prominent issue discussed in the workplace
learning topic. Each of the employees needs to be aware that organizations need people who
do not only believe the importance of learning but they must have initiative and capability
to learn effectively. This study aims to examine the antecedent factor of the emergence of
SDL in the workplace. This study using qualitative research design, particularly case study
approach conducted in a prominent motorcycle-manufacturing company in Indonesia that
intentionally set the organizational direction toward a learning organization. A total of thirty
staff and managers were purposively selected and interviewed using a semi-structured
approach. The Data gathered were analyzed using the content analysis technique. Findings
indicate three factors as the antecedent to the emergence of SDL in the workplace, namely:
personal factors, organizational factors, and family support. Discussion and
recommendations based on research findings will be explained later.
Work-Life balance (WLB) studies have investigated heavily on family domain even though
there are sub domains in life. Thus, this study will contribute to the literature by examining
study domain (lifelong learning and organizational learning) and its influence on familywork
enrichment (FWE) among teachers who are currently continuing their education in
Lundu district. A total of 117 teachers responded to the self-administered questionnaire. The
finding revealed that both organizational learning and lifelong learning have a positive significant
relationship with family work enrichment. Therefore, school management should
encourage the culture of lifelong learning and at the same time provide facilities and atmosphere
to support the culture will ensure family-work enrichment among teachers who are
continuing their study.