Leadership Development Buddhist Psychology in Modern Innovative Organization

Abstract

In an era where society is filled with intense competition, every organization must undergo reform, improvement, and transformation to ensure stability and sustainability. Leaders must learn and adapt to rapidly changing circumstances, demonstrating flexible leadership that aligns with the current context. The development of work processes, managerial perspectives, 3มmonitoring, and evaluation strategies must be updated to fit modern organizational needs. This requires strategic implementation of multifunctional organizational structures and adaptive management approaches. Emphasis should be placed on integrating technology into management practices and restructuring administrative systems to enhance competitiveness. Moreover, executives need comprehensive knowledge to design operational systems, develop work processes, and continuously monitor and evaluate performance in response to ongoing changes. Given these significant and essential managerial factors, the author proposes that Buddhist leadership, applied through the lens of Buddhist psychology, is highly relevant and beneficial in contemporary organizational management. Key Buddhist principles such as the Four Brahmavihāras (loving-kindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and equanimity), the Four Iddhipādas (pathways to accomplishment), and the Four Sangahavatthus (principles of social integration) serve as foundational teachings for self-governance, governance of others, and governance of work. These doctrines are essential for leaders in the modern era to foster unity and harmony within organizations and society at large. Therefore, in developing modern organizations, contemporary leaders must place importance on and integrate Buddhist psychological principles into organizational development. This integration should go hand in hand with producing effective and efficient outcomes that are contextually appropriate, ultimately guiding the organization toward achieving its established goals and vision.