Organizations worldwide that are fostering spirit at work report not only increased happiness and creativity among their employees, but greater productivity and profitability. As one CEO says, “The separation of heart and work is too divisive. Working with heart is unbeatable.” Spirit means that we can express our highest qualities and values at work as well as at home and in our communities.

           When people are in touch with their spirit and are encouraged to express it, the workplace becomes a thriving community infused with a commitment to quality, enthusiasm, honesty, respect, creativity, integrity, openness, and compassion.  Many organizations see spirit expressing as service to the community or concern for the environment. By contrast, the symptoms of repressed spirit show up as apathy, low morale, gossip and backbiting, fear, turf battles and power plays, high absenteeism and turnover, and chronic health problems. It is no wonder that more and more organizations are consciously putting “spirit” to work.  

Focus points:

	why workplaces are shifting to a spirit focus
	case studies: from informal weekly meetings to company-wide events
	identifying what spirit at work means to you and your organization
	focusing on values and meaning
	learning the power of integrity and openness
	appreciating employees
	encouraging creativity
	using inspiration to motivate
	creating a harmonious environment
	implementing your program