Spirituality at Work A growing movement across the country is promoting spiritual values in the workplace and pointing to many examples of increased productivity and profitability. There are several national newsletters on spirituality at work, as well as over 20 conferences this year on this theme. To the surprise of many, this movement is beginning to transform corporate America from the inside out. People at all levels in the corporate hierarchy increasingly want to nourish their spirit and creativity. When employees are encouraged to express their creativity, the result is a more fulfilled and sustained workforce.
Happy people work harder and are more likely to stay at their jobs.
Some would say that it's simply embodying their personal values of honesty, integrity, and good quality work. Others would say it's treating their employees in a responsible, caring way. For others, it's making their organization socially responsible in how it impacts the environment, serves the community or creates social change. And for still others, it's holding religious study groups or using prayer, meditation, or intuitive guidance at work. However, some observers fear the corporation has begun to co-op the function of churches.