This two-volume set examines the need for a consciousness-based view of leadership, which emphasizes universal human flourishing, as opposed to a resource-based view, which focuses on sustaining a competitive advantage. This approach is built around three main principles: 1) Paradigm (Consciousness is primary including complementary existence of opposites), 2) Interpersonal (focusing on empathy and compassion), and 3) Individual (experiencing Oneness and expressing creativity).
Volume One is divided into three sections. The first section focuses on Consciousness-based approaches to Inclusive, Purposeful, Quantum, and Vedic leadership. The second section focuses on leadership principles from Vedic scriptures such as Ramayana and Vedanta. The third section includes leadership principles from other scriptures such as Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism, and Thirukural.
Aligning leadership practices with the notion of unbounded consciousness, this edited collection will extend the literature on organizational culture, leadership, and sustainability, contributing to solving the grand challenges facing humanity.
Author(s): Anil K. Maheshwari
Series: Palgrave Studies in Workplace Spirituality and Fulfillment
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Year: 2023
Language: English
Pages: 369
City: Cham
Foreword
Introduction
The Nature of the World and Creativity
Leadership and Sustainable management
References
Preface
Praise for Consciousness-Based Leadership and Management, Volume 1
Contents
Notes on Contributors
List of Figures
List of Tables
Part I This Part Presents Six Chapters of Leadership Guided by Consciousness Based Paradigm as Articulated by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
1 Wholeness of Consciousness-Based Leadership and Management
Introduction
Leadership and Management Challenges
Leadership Theories
Vedic Philosophy
States of Consciousness
V-Theory of Transcendence
International Conference on Consciousness-Based Leadership and Management
Principles Learned from the Conference
CBLM Principle 1: Consciousness Is Primary
CBLM Principle 2: Love Is All We Need
CBLM Principle 3: Unboundarize Oneself
Organization of This Book
Part I
Part II
Part III
Future Directions
References
2 Consciousness as the Source of Purposeful Leadership
Introduction
Theories of Consciousness
Philosophical Conundrums Related to Consciousness
Vedic Approach to Consciousness
Consciousness is Primary
The World is One Family
Development of One’s Consciousness
Quantum Approach to Consciousness
Consciousness and Purpose
Purpose and Leadership
Theories of Organizational Purpose
Purpose-Driven Organization
Deep Purpose Organizations
Recognizing Higher Purpose
Discovering Purpose from Higher Consciousness
Development of Consciousness
Transcendence
Conclusion
References
3 Quantum Leadership Through Yoga Sutras
Introduction
Leadership Theories
Consciousness
Quantum Approach to Consciousness
Vedic Approach to Consciousness
Consciousness is Primary
The World is One Family
Development of One’s Consciousness
Quantum Leadership Principles
Higher States of Consciousness
Transcendence
V-theory of Transcendence
Transcendental Meditation
Other Modes of Transcendence
Yoga Sutras for Transcendence
Quantum Leadership Case Studies
Mahatma Gandhi
Maharishi Mahesh Yogi
Swami Ramdev
Discussion
Future Directions
Conclusion
References
4 Gandhi’s Consciousness-Based Leadership: Principles of Truth, Non-Violence, and Love for All
Introduction
The Contemporary World
Gandhi’s Values
Values from His Parents
Non-violence or Ahimsa
Truth (or Satya)
Equality or Love for All
Values from Yoga Sutras
Yama
Niyama
Values from Bhagavad Gīta
Dharma and Karma
Gandhi’s Actions
Ahimsa and Love for All
Personal Relationships
Social Relations
Spiritual Development
Truth—Discovery Through Experimentation
Satyagraha (or Pressing for Truth)
Sarvodaya—Welfare for All
Self-reliance
Charka or Spinning Wheel
Ashrams (or Communes)
Gandhian Leadership Principles
Moral Development
Personal Evolution
Experimentation
Sustainable Living
Conclusion
References
5 Vedic Leadership Principles and Practice: Case Study from the IT Industry
Introduction
Consciousness
Dharma and Karma: Principles from Bhagavad Gita
Transcendence: Principles from Yoga Sutras
Leadership Theories
Vedic Leadership: Spirit in Action
Vedic Leadership Case Study
Methodology
From the Beginning: The CEO’s Perspective
Families of Employees Enter the Circle of Care
Manager’s Nurturing Role
Psychological Ownership
Diversity and Inclusion
Inviting Opponents into the Circle of Care
Competitors and Trade Unions Join the Circle of Care
Suppliers Join Extended Circle of Care
Auditors Join the Extended Circle of Care
Company Becomes Dream Career Destination
Customer Perspective
Senior Management Join the Extended Family
Summary and Contributions
Future Implications
References
6 Creating Coherence in Collective Consciousness for Universal Flourishing: Automatic Self-Transcending for Reducing Conflicts and Improving the Quality of Life in Society
Introduction
Meditation and Collective Consciousness
Automatic Self-Transcending (AST)
The Neurophysiological Effects of AST
AST Effects on Business and Industry
Three Key Studies on Collective Consciousness
Experiment 1: International Peace Project in the Middle East
The Unified Field of Consciousness: A Paradigm Shift in Science
Experiment 2: National Demonstration Project in Washington, D.C.
Experiment 3: The Invincible America Assembly
Results of Experimental Period
Eliminating Alternative Explanations
Results of the Post-Experimental Period
Graphic Analysis
Linear Regression Analyses
Alternative Explanations
The Role of the Citizen and the Leadership for a Flourishing Society
References
Part II This Part Presents Leadership from Vedic Scriptural Texts, Such as Ramayana, and Advaita Vedanta
7 Rama’s Leadership with Consciousness: An Inner Journey with Virtues and Values
Leadership in Turbulent Times
Our Approach: Exploring Rama’s Inner Journey
Rama the Person
Rama’s Inner Consciousness Development
Sita—The Faithful Misunderstood Wife
Laxmana: A Devoted Younger Brother
Hanumana—A Developed Servant Follower
King Ravana—Mighty, Wise, but also Perverted
Rama’s Leadership Style
Beyond Transformational Leadership
Resonant Leadership
Virtuous Leadership
Rama as Resonant Virtuous Leadership (RVL)
Rama’s RVL—Virtuous Values
Rama’s RVL—Mindful Presence Here and Now
Rama’s RVL—Breakthrough Visionary
Rama’s RVL—Inclusion and Diversity
Rama’s RVL—Caring Compassionate and Generous
Implications and Limitations
Sanskrit Translation Challenges
References
8 A Qualitative Examination of the Leadership Traits of Rām from Srimad Vālmīki Rāmāyaṇ
Introduction
Understanding Leadership: A Historical Quest
Quantitative Study Methods
Data Sources
Constant Comparison Method
Categories Identified from Grounded Theory Coding
Self-Realized
Ethical
Trustworthy
Humble
Developmental
Knowledgeable
Foresighted
Eloquent
Appreciative
Benevolent
Attractive
Invincible
Relationship of Other Traits with the Core Category—Self-Realized
Discussion
Constructive-Development Theory and Leadership
Development of Higher States of Consciousness and Leadership
Higher Consciousness Management
Implications
References
9 Exploring Advaita as an Essential Basis for Spiritual Leadership
Introduction
Significance of Advaita Consciousness
Advaita and the Nature of Consciousness
Meditation as a Means to Experience Advaita
The Advaita Experience for Global Harmony
A New Model of Spiritual Leadership and Its Implications
Conclusions
References
10 Wisdom Towards Unity: Developing Managerial Talent Through Development of Consciousness
Introduction to Change Drivers
Technological Change Drivers
Digital Globalization Change Driver
Sustainability Change Driver
Examples of Change Drivers
Developing Higher Order Thinking and Wisdom
Key Issues
Moral Dilemma from the Bhagavad Gita
Transcendence
Transcendence and Values
Transcendence and Environment
Higher States of Consciousness
Descriptions of Higher States
Amplifying Weak Signals: Business Cases that Show Higher Order Missions
Conclusion
References
Part III This Part Presents Leadership from Other Scriptures such as Confucianism, Daoism, Buddhism, and Thirukural
11 Dao and Management: A Consciousness-Based Understanding
Laozi’s Dao De Jing
Dao
A Qualitative Analysis Based on Grounded Theory
Grounded Theory
Sources of Data
Research Procedure
Data Analysis
Framework of Concepts: Dao Rulership
How the Nature of Dao is Perceived by the Sage Ruler in Dao
How Actions Are Taken by the Sage Ruler in Dao
How Nature Supports the Ruler in Dao
Laozi’s Dao Rulership and Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s Natural-Law-Based-Management
Experience of Transcendental Consciousness
Taking Actions in Higher States of Consciousness
Nature Support in Higher States of Consciousness
Dao and Contemporary Management Theories
References
12 Teaching Science and Technology of Consciousness to Management Students in China
Introduction
Consciousness-Based Education
Courses on Consciousness
Study of the Discipline in the Light of the Knowledge of Consciousness
Consciousness-Based Teaching Techniques that Make Learning Easy and Fulfilling
Stress-Free Routine and Nourishing Educational Environment
The Dao of Great Learning (Daxue)
Confucius’ Teachings Have Never Faded Away Completely in China
The Great Learning (Daxue) in Chinese Tradition Resonates with CBE
Confucius’ Teachings Have Seen a Revitalization in China in Recent Years
The Most Enlightening Comments about the Great Learning (Daxue) from Zhu Xi
Results of CBE Delivered in Light of Chinese Traditional Wisdom
Conclusion: Potential for Teaching CBE in Other Cultures
References
13 Spiritual Intelligence as in Nichiren Buddhism: Implications for Consciousness-Based Leadership and Management
Introduction
Spiritual
Intelligence
Spiritual Intelligence
Literature Review
Methodology
Data
Results
Discussion
Implications for Consciousness-Based Leadership and Management
Individual
Social
Consciousness
Conclusion, Limitations and Future Research Suggestions
Limitations and Future Research Avenues
Appendix A
References
14 Truth-Based Leadership: Lessons from Thirukural
Introduction to Consciousness
Consciousness and Business
Consciousness and Leadership
Seven Levels of Consciousness
Thirukural, a Tamil Literature and Its Section on Consciousness
Mapping Thirukural to the Seven Levels of Consciousness
Lessons from Thirukural for Business Leadership
Avoid Misconception of Believing the Unreal as the Real
Differentiate Between Favorable and Unfavorable Situations
Clear All Doubts on Everything Happening Around
Understand the True Nature of the Problematic Situations for Authenticity
To Practice Un-Attachment in Everything Around Them
Safeguard the Self-State and Lessen the Sufferings Caused by Attachment
Discussion and Conclusion
References
Index
