Description
Book SynopsisConscious capitalism, authentic leadership and spirit in work are all parts of a movement that is calling out to leaders who want to make a difference through their work: leaders who want more meaning in their lives, who want personal success and worthwhile work.
Enlightened Business offers a clear roadmap of strategies and tools that address day-to-day challenges in the workplace today. With varied examples and exercises it shows how timeless spiritual principles are key differentiators in creating high-performing work environments. Applying these principles will:
- Create a workplace culture that allows people to give of their best
- Generate trust from key stakeholders
- Increase customer loyalty and employee engagement
- Help you manage change while maintaining stability
- Resolve workplace conflict
Trade Review'The call went out for more inspirational leadership. Joolz has heard that call and most importantly she has been responsive and this book is her response. In Enlightened Business, Joolz inspires you to a whole new possibility of the purpose of your work and leadership. Read, be inspired, and come home to the heart of you.' – Nick Williams, author of eight books including The Work We Were Born To Do
'Do you want to find a way to be both spiritual and effective as a leader? This book gives you one idea per chapter theme which is tested and practical. Pick the ideas that you need right now and try them. Uncover and utilize your authentic presence and highest potential to make a difference in your life, your organization and in the world.' – Cindy Wigglesworth, author of best-selling book SQ21: The Twenty-One Skills of Spiritual Intelligence
'The energy and creativity that derives from that state of consciousness that is greater than one's habitual self has always been said to be "ineffable". It is an experience that cannot be spoken about; as it says in the Tao and religions it can't be explained in logical linguistic linear ways. Joolz Lewis has connected these wisdoms into a useful, clearly articulated manual to help business people, leaders and managers of large organisations to tap into that experience and enable them to invest that energy into their organisation and people to develop entities that will succeed and grow for the good. If I'd had this leadership book during my time at M&S it would have given me the confidence to lead more from my intuition and with faith in my "purpose", and my leadership would have looked very different.' – Lord Andrew Stone, former Joint Managing Director of M&S
Table of ContentsForeword Preface Acknowledgements part one: leading from purpose Purpose: Your Personal and Business Mission Vision: Dare to Dream Faith: Beliefs and Values as Guiding Principles Alignment: Sow the Seeds and Plan Truth: Sell with Integrity Service: A Higher Purpose Discipline and Surrender: From Command and Control to Trust part two: leading with presence Commitment: Show Up! Authenticity: Get Real Mindfulness: Reduce Stress Inspiration: Get Creative Joy: Be Happy Compassion: Kindness at Work Gratitude: Show Appreciation part three: leading into potential Community: Find Your Tribe Seeking: Ask Better Questions Connection: Communication and Conflict Resolution Agility: Be the Change Grace: Create the Right Conditions Vulnerability: Be Willing to Fail Unity: Diversity in Oneness Final Thoughts Bibliography/Resources About the Author
