The compatibility of work and private life is a widely discussed topic. Increasing competitive pressure is prompting companies to focus more on their employees' work-life balance. The goal is to generate long-term competitive advantages, for example, by recruiting suitable specialists and executives, increasing their motivation, and fostering their commitment to the organization. Against the backdrop of demographic realities, renowned experts from science and practice are addressing the significance of work-life balance for our society. The focus is on: impacts on the economy, on the private sector, and on individuals who wish to maintain their professional performance while taking on intergenerational family responsibilities (child-rearing and elder care), as well as concepts to support them.