Leadership Development Model for Enhancing Happiness In Organizations with Modern Management Innovations Based on Buddhist Psychology

Abstract

          This research aims to: 1. Study the characteristics of leadership for promoting well-being in organizations of modern management innovation, 2. Investigate the process of developing leadership for promoting well-being in such organizations based on Buddhist psychology, and 3. Propose a model for developing leadership for promoting well-being in organizations of modern management innovation according to Buddhist psychology. The study adopts a qualitative research approach, using in-depth interviews with 21 key informants, focus group discussions with 12 experts, and connoisseurship seminars with 11 specialists to validate the proposed model. Data were analyzed using qualitative analysis methods.    

            The findings reveal that: 1.The characteristics of leadership for promoting well-being in organizations consist of eight traits: shared vision and goals, building positive relationships and trust, effective communication, creating a health-promoting work environment, appreciation and rewards, setting a good example, inspiring others, and continuous self-development. 2. The process of developing leadership for promoting well-being based on Buddhist psychology involves five steps: 1) Internal leadership development focusing on mindfulness, concentration, and wisdom, 2) Building good relationships with subordinates, colleagues, and stakeholders, 3) Creating an organizational culture that supports health and well-being, 4) Applying technology, especially mindfulness apps and online learning platforms. 3. The ANAT 25 Model for developing leadership for promoting well-being consists of: 1) Four characteristics of leadership for promoting well-being, 2) Well-being at the individual and organizational levels, and 3) The application of Buddhist principles (Brahmavihāra, Iddhipāda, and Trisikkhā) and Bernard M. Bass’s transformational leadership theory to manage organizations in modern innovation with a digital management system.