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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 ofpersonality: 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 ofcrisis 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, Whatis the meaning and purpose of our existence?