Harnessing Wisdom and Happiness Through Character- Strengths in Organizations: Building Flourishing Workplaces for Sustainable Success
- Title
- Harnessing Wisdom and Happiness Through Character- Strengths in Organizations: Building Flourishing Workplaces for Sustainable Success
- Creator
- Giri, Madhu; Pathak, Swati
- Description
- This chapter highlights the crucial role of wisdom in improving well- being and happiness within organizations. In high- pressure work environments, employee well- being is essential for success. Wisdomcomprising creativity, curiosity, judgment, love of learning, and perspective, as identified by Peterson and Seligmanis key for navigating complex settings and promoting continuous improvement. The chapter focuses on nurturing these strengths to enhance workforce engagement, satisfaction, and productivity. It explores how cultivating wisdom at various organizational levels boosts happiness and accountability. A conceptual model is proposed to show how wisdom supports organizational happiness and outlines strategies for developing these strengths among employees. By integrating wisdom into organizational practices, leaders can create thriving environments that achieve sustainable success and improved employee engagement, with practical strategies provided for actionable steps. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved.
- Source
- Harnessing Happiness and Wisdom for Organizational Well-Being;pp.295-326
- Date
- 01-01-2025
- Publisher
- IGI Global
- Coverage
- Giri M., Christ University, India; Pathak S., Christ University, India
- Rights
- Restricted Access; Hardcopy may be available in the library
- Relation
- ISBN: 979-836938459-6; 979-836938457-2;
- Format
- online
- Language
- English
- Type
- Book chapter
Collection
Citation
Giri, Madhu; Pathak, Swati, “Harnessing Wisdom and Happiness Through Character- Strengths in Organizations: Building Flourishing Workplaces for Sustainable Success,” CHRIST (Deemed To Be University) Institutional Repository, accessed June 19, 2026, https://archives.christuniversity.in/items/show/25049.