Role of spirituality in influencing / enhancing Managerial effectiveness

An accumulation of skill set or knowledge, maturity & wisdom to handle situations and a persons state of mind during decision making is the measure of managerial effectiveness. To be highly effective as a manager one should learn to balance their five components of personality: Physical, Emotional, Intellectual, Self-image/Ego and Spiritual. Gita Shibir classes have enlightened us of the spiritual quotient that one possesses and high spiritual quotient can be achieved by having Daivi sampatti (Inner Wealth). When it comes to managerial effectiveness one needs to possess high level of self-management, stress management and self motivation. These qualities are developed when one undertakes a process of cultivating these qualities. Every manager possesses a particular set of values and goals. So to be effective one should first align their personal goals with the organizational goals. Any sort of misalignment may lead to underperformance of otherwise high performers in some other situation/place. Like the saying goes Everyone is born a saint, inner Qualities like honesty, dedication to duties, loving, kindness, respect for others, tolerance etc are naturally acquired values that we possess and often are perceived as impossible to have. But these are the same qualities that help us achieve our goals by providing tremendous mental strength and social support. Though many would measure effectiveness of a manager by gauging the end result, but effectiveness also includes how the target was achieved. A manager is effective if he knows the art and importance of influencing people by leading by example rather than his official position. To channelize one's energy towards attainment of the organization's goals it is important to understand the motivating forces and moral proclivity of the workforce. During the times of crisis one can take smart and impactful decisions only with a positive frame of mind which can be achieved by understanding self and staying in touch with ones spiritual side. Another parameter for effectiveness of a manager is the context and culture of the place in which the organization operates. Ethically in every action there is a crucial and rather fundamental
requirement and expectation from a good manager. He can have access to several confidential company resources and documents at a higher position. It is imperative that he maintains integrity and takes utmost care in handling and using them. Negative values often flows from higher level of organization to the lower rungs and gets imbibed in the culture of the organization. A dishonest manager almost always is used as an alibi by the subordinates.

In today's materialistic world which is growing at a high pace and going to higher levels of capitalism spirituality assumes a larger role. Emotional maturity and spiritual reflections help us to stay close to the realities of life and creates a profound and meaningful impact on the larger society than just the organization we work for. This helps us answer the simple question we ask
ourselves, What is the meaning and purpose of our existence?