Resources

The paper discusses how mindfulness can help leaders cope with the challenges of a VUCA world, but argues that this requires a deeper understanding of mindfulness beyond the "mindfulness hype" or restricted corporate "McMindfulness" approaches.

This paper proposes a coaching model to help leaders develop practical wisdom. Coaching is a valuable tool for developing wisdom, especially in times of rapid change, as it helps leaders clarify their values and take action.

This paper presents a framework called the "Wheel of Mindfulness" to capture different perspectives on mindfulness and guide the development of second-generation mindfulness-based initiatives that go beyond the individual-instrumental focus of first-generation programs.

The study found that self-reported mindfulness among 84 Australian leaders was positively related to leadership self-mastery and leadership organisational transformation, as rated by their immediate managers.

This paper investigates the use of qualitative, delayed, reflective evaluation methods to better understand the impact of a leadership development program on participants' learning and behavior, compared to traditional quantitative evaluation methods, in the context of a dynamic and stressful work environment.

This paper explores how team resilience processes are influenced by the dynamics between external (environmental) adversity and internal team adversity, as well as the role of team relationship quality, through a video observation study of an elite yacht racing crew.

This paper examines how the film "Joy" represents a successful woman entrepreneur and how the gender performances in the film serve to both reinforce and subvert gendered expectations about entrepreneurship.

Our chapter  discusses the concept of "systemic awareness" and how it can be developed in leaders through the use of film as a coaching tool, drawing on theories of mindfulness, wisdom, and positive psychology.

This paper discusses how humanistic management and generative mindfulness practices can contribute to creating inclusive workplaces and societies.

How to integrate personal performance, business profit and societal progress while preparing for disruption.

Buddha in Pinstripes explores mindfulness and wisdom in leadership, offering practical approaches for navigating uncertainty. It highlights the ethical demands of modern business.

Boards today face rapid change and increasing complexity. This white paper explores how mindfulness strengthens governance by enhancing:

• Decision-making – Improves clarity and reduces bias.
• Collaboration – Lowers conflict and fosters trust.
• Resilience – Supports directors in high-pressure environments.
• Strategic foresight – Aligns leadership with ethical, long-term goals.

 Mindful Leadership Competency Matrix 

This detailed resource outlines the knowledge, behaviours, and outcomes of a broad and deep approach to mindful leadership in the workplace. It’s designed to help you:

• Identify key competencies for impactful leadership.
• Foster behaviours that enhance team collaboration and trust.
• Achieve sustainable high performance outcomes aligned with organisational values.