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Business and Spirituality: A Discussion Paper on Intertwining Metaparadigms.
- Source :
- Journal of Applied Business & Economics; 2021, Vol. 23 Issue 1, p170-183, 14p
- Publication Year :
- 2021
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Abstract
- In this article, I explore conceptual connections between spirituality and business, and I advocate for the concept of business spirituality. I explain why the spiritual triad of love, communion, and gift is deeply related to the business triad of abundance, interaction, and resources. I also make clear why individual and collective intentions and cultural values are the main channels of interaction between business and spirituality. In the second part of the article, I argue that business evolves through spiritualization, among other ways: a) receiving meaning and purpose to business organizations; b) supporting its dematerialization; c) helping it overcome the dualism of the market; d) promoting cohesion; e) stimulating innovation; f) endorsing nonprofit institutions; g) inspiring Social Corporate Responsibility; h) encouraging spiritual leadership; i) illuminating the workplace; j) fostering respect for ethics; and k) helping it understand diversity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 1499691X
- Volume :
- 23
- Issue :
- 1
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Applied Business & Economics
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 149988813
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.33423/jabe.v23i1.4060