07 spiritual values are like eternal truths to succeed in new information age and to get maximum out of possibilities in The Flat World. Values are the most important for success in any field as values define the attitude which then shapes our attitude. These values are based on 3E model i.e. economy, environment & ethics.
First value is Synergy. Networked society, interdependence, greater demand for cooperation, fierce local as well as global competition, flat world & smart and informed consumer or end user are some of the forces demanding synergy. Synergy is profit for self and benefit for others. It creates positive energy and trust thus helping long term relations among stake holders. Nygergy is the opposite of synergy.
Second value is Harmony. Today we see chaos in every field, increasing imbalance & disorder, crass selfishness and no concern for others in almost all walks of life. Hormony is created when one has the courage to speak for self with equal concern for others. It’s like Win-Win.
Third value is Co-optation. Co-optation is opposite of competition. Ad wars, price wars, brand killing are some of the examples of extreme form of competition prevalent in business resulting in wastage of precious resources and squeezing bottom lines. Moreover today the customer wants total solution and single point of contact. So the need of the hour is co-optation among complementing partners. Co-optation is synergy generator.
Fourth value is Integrity. In fact it is the most important value for success in any sphere of life. Forces demanding integrity are increasing gap between words & deeds (What we say & what we do), too much emphasis on skill development leaving aside the importance of integrity of character and Its only about profit mentality. Integrity is about keeping promises at any cost, matching performance with expectations. Integrity results in higher profits in long run.
Fifth value is Trust. Lack of credibility, stress, lack of communication, suspicion, arrogance, lack of listening and unpredictability are some of the forces demanding trust. No partnership can prosper without trust. We have to create comfort level so as to develop open communication with each other. It will help us create an impression in other’s mind that we are there to benefit them. Being good to others also helps develop trust with them. Bejamin Franklin was right when he said ” When you are good to others, you are best to yourself”.
Commitment is the sixth value. Forces demanding commitment are uncertainity in all relationships, amzingly fast pace of change and ‘ I will try but i can’t commit’ attitude. Breaking promise is not a bg deal today. Instead of this we need ‘ No matter what, you can count on me’ attitude. Commitment is a sign of maturity which means not quitting till it’s done. Individuals with strong commitment build strong communities.
Last but not the least value for success is Humor or Fun. All work and no play can spoil any success in long run. Moreover good sense of humor is highly correlated with genius and being humorous makes one look smarter. Someone would probably remember the joke you cracked than proposal you discussed in meeting. Don’t we all love funny or happy endings. So let’s end this with some funny corporate fundas.
‘My goal is to lower the quality of my work until it’s consistent with my salary’
‘Everyone in the company should start using small fonts. It will help us saving precious disk space’
‘All employees must use the products your company sells. This is a kind of punishment for poor performance. If revenues improve from next quarter, they will be allowed to use competitor’s product’
‘Any employee having a personal thought while sitting on company’s chair would be executed by security’
‘ If you are the first person on your team to finish your work, you will be rewarded with:
a) A huge bonus
b) Recognition as a rising star
c) More work
No rewards for right guess!!!!!
If you are the first person on your team to finish your work, you will be rewarded with:
a) A huge bonus
b) Recognition as a rising star
c) More work
No rewards for right guess!!!!!