Abstract
Smooth and effective performance of household work requires identification of short and long term family goals and positive attitude towards household work as inputs. A cross sectional survey was conducted with Ex post facto research design. The participants were selected using purposive sampling technique. The sample constituted 1012 employed and full time homemakers. The area of study was limited to Chennai the part of the Indian states. For data collection, interview schedule was adopted. The results revealed that homemakers irrespective of employment status need to understand the importance of household work and develop sharp focus on family goals and positive attitude towards household work.