Spirit at Work Discovering the Spirituality in Leadership

An insightful exploration into the role of spirituality in leadership. The contributors use thought-provoking examples to expand the definition of leadership to include the development of hospitable spaces for work life, services to both the organization and the community, and personal development of individuals within the organization.Leaders in business, public administration, and nonprofit organizations will gain personal insights into applying spiritual qualities such as justice, fortitude, and prudence to enhance personal fulfillment in the workplace and to strengthen the objectives and performance of their organizations.

JAY A. CONGER is associate professor of organizational behavior at McGill University, Montreal, Canada. Rated by Business Week as one of the ten most sought-after management school professors for corporate education programs, he consults to private and nonprofit organizations worldwide. He is author of Learning to Lead (1992), The Charismatic Leader (1989), and Charismatic Leadership (1988, with R.N. Kanungo and Associates, 1988), all from Jossey-Bass.