Practical application of spiritual intelligence in the workplace
Human Resource Management International Digest
ISSN: 0967-0734
Article publication date: 1 August 2006
Abstract
Purpose
To explain why spiritual intelligence can make a difference to the way in which people manage work and lead others in the workplace.
Design/methodology/approach
Contends that, while many people think there is nothing spiritual about work and the workplace, there are many areas of working life in which spiritual intelligence can be applied.
Findings
Highlights the importance of spiritual intelligence in: personal security and how that affects personal effectiveness; building relationships and inter‐personal understanding; and managing change and removing the roadblocks.
Practical implications
Provides plenty to interest specialists in human resource management.
Originality/value
Demonstrates that, while rational intelligence manages facts and information, using logic and analysis to make decisions, emotional intelligence is needed to understand and control one's emotions and feelings, while being sensitive to the feelings of others.
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Citation
George, M. (2006), "Practical application of spiritual intelligence in the workplace", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 14 No. 5, pp. 3-5. https://doi.org/10.1108/09670730610678181
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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