Dr. Pranav Pandya, MD Head – All World Gayatri Pariwar, Chancellor – Dev Sanskriti University, Shantikunj, Haridwar Excellence in Corporate Culture

The Paradigm Shift Globally human society is subjected to too much change in too little time. A paradigm shift in corporate scenario is also being experienced - that is from mechanistic and linear to a more organic and Holistic.

Globalization World is now economic global village. What about cultural, emotional, intellectual interactions, that can bind the villagers together.

Diversity and Inclusion … Cultures differ greatly in processes, attitudes, and approaches to daily activities – essential activities in the workplace. Communication styles, decision- making styles, attitudes toward conflict, approaches to completing tasks, attitudes toward disclosure, and approaches to knowing also differ.

Cultural Intelligence The newest accepted facet of intelligence, finding a place alongside emotional, interpersonal, and social intelligence. The ability to understand and learn other cultures, and to deal successfully with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Spiritual outlook in corporate world In this age of shifting paradigm it has become all the more important to enjoy your day to day work as well as take pride in creating a work atmosphere conducive to human growth. All this needs a reconnection to the very root of ourselves – Spirituality

Composition of Human Being Body (Branches) Mind (Trunk) Moral Values (Root)

Spirituality is Universal Spirituality deals with enlightening one’s thoughts, emotions and intrinsic tendencies. In simple terms it is the most evolved and comprehensive science of psychological, sociological and moral development, and ultimate progress.

Spirituality is Universal It brightens the intellect together with inculcation of sensitivity towards fellow beings and towards the grace of Nature. Our inner potential can be best gauged only by broadening our understanding of our surroundings and nature of our inner being.

Understanding Spirituality Inculcating and imbibing Virtues and Divine qualities. Refinement of personality based on higher and nobler dimensions of Self. Basic human nature. The zeal of human race to survive in adverse conditions, facing extremities of nature points towards the inherent potential.

Some Misconceptions Most of the time Religious practices has been inappropriately associated with Spirituality. In fact various religions and religious practices guides about the ways and means to realize the underlying unity of the Self with the universe.

Spirituality … Spiritual principals are universal and pertain to pure consciousness. They talk of harnessing inner potential. In fact spirituality forms the core of all religions.

Workplace Spiritual attitude is the most effective preventive and remedial measure against all kinds of problems and stresses in work.

Recent trends … Spirituality and “spirituality at workplace” have become popular buzzwords these days? Search in Google on “ Workplace Spirituality” returns about 36,700 references

Spirituality at workplace Offers us a methodology to deepen our awareness of our inner being ……& From this develops a change in the self in ways that are conducive to the kind of Corporate Culture we want today.

Spirituality at Workplace Revolution in corporate leaders' personality may lead to changes in organization’s culture. 12 qualities need to be developed for spiritual lifestyle helpful in corporate management.

Corporate Excellence Self Awareness - Realization and harnessing of the treasure within, the inner potential. We have been provided with the most precious gift of human-life, by the Creator. Strength of will - Be alert and decisive. Have quick reflexes, no procrastination. Courage of conviction. Visionary Attitude - Farsighted, long term goals towards future of organization with pinpointed aims and objectives. Keep pace with developments, anticipate.

Corporate Excellence Holism – All views comprehended as interconnected. Holistic thinking implies the idea that all the properties of a given system cannot be determined by the sum of its parts alone. the system, as a whole, determines how the parts behave. Sensitivity – Sympathy, Empathy and concern for others. It is very necessary for Team building. Corporate responsibilities are to be considered as organic extension of social and family duties. Celebration for diversity – Search unity in Diversity. Accept and embrace others too. Be accommodative of new ideas. Flexibility in decision making

Corporate Excellence Listen to your heart – Have your own say. Don't follow the crowd or majority. Be enterprising, Be creative, be positive. Stick to the fundamentals – Constant reasoning, rational thinking. Can we do something new and how? Remain open to healthy criticism. Ability to refrain – Learning the ability to stop yourself from doing something traditional. Reassess the situation from time to time. Learn from past mistakes.

Corporate Excellence Positive views of adversity- Make adversities your source of power. Yogi’s outlook. Modesty– I am superior to many, I am inferior to some but still I can do something. Develop basics for self-criticism. Humility let us foster and understand our true place in this world. Revert back – selfless service to society at large, besides your system

Values Personal lifeWorkplace: Professional life HonestyIntegrity, Authenticity TruthfulnessCooperation SelflessnessCharity ResponsibilityUpliftment of others +ve attitudeBetter utilization of resources, energy and wealth

The Achievements … Cognition : Co-relation, holistic approach Behavioral Skill: sharp intellect Developed Emotions: Refined personality

New Era Corporate Culture Based on Ekta:Unification on a Global scale Samta:Harmony in Society Mamata:Care and Compassion at workplace and in Family Shuchita:Piousness in Personality, transparency in decision making

Shantikunj, Haridwar A unique model of Spiritual Management Based on family model – a system less system. People from all walks of life come to Shantikunj for learning the art of living, self- management and Institutional Management

Shantikunj, Haridwar A centre where people are trained in ways of leading enlightened life (Sprawling in 200 acre land ) Ganges Himalayas

Shantikunj, Haridwar Shantikunj, a centre where people are trained in ways of leading enlightened life.

Brahmavarchas Research Institute An Institute dedicated for Inter-communion of Science and Spirituality

University of Indian Culture Dev Sanskriti University at Haridwar An Institution dedicated to dissemination of Indian Culture all over the Globe

Courses offered Yogic Science & Human Consciousness Clinical Psychology Indian Culture and Tourism Dharma Vigyan – Temple Management Holistic Health, Health Management Self-Reliance and Rural Management