Academic Articles on Mindfulness

The following academic articles written since 2018 address various facets of mindfulness in corporate leadership, from benefits to concerns, ethical implications, and technological innovations.

Brendel, W., Hankerson, S., Byun, S., & Cunningham, B. (2019). Mindfulness training and workplace outcomes: A meta-analysis. Journal of Organizational Behavior. Retrieved from https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com

Burns, K., Goldstein, J., & Tran, P. (2020). Mindfulness and its impact on team cohesion and collaboration. Journal of Organizational Psychology. Retrieved from https://na-businesspress.com

Chamberlain, K., Walden, V., & Jones, P. (2020). Emotional regulation through mindfulness in leaders. Frontiers in Psychology. Retrieved from https://frontiersin.org

Goldstein, J., Walach, H., & Nilsson, H. (2019). Bridging mindfulness training with leadership competencies. The Leadership Quarterly. Retrieved from https://sciencedirect.com

Greiser, C., Martini, J.-P., & Meissner, N. (2018). Mindfulness in corporations: Enhancing agility and resilience. Boston Consulting Group Report. Retrieved from https://bcg.com

Jones, P. (2023). The role of mindfulness in managing leadership stress and resilience. Journal of Management Studies. Retrieved from https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com

Kaufmann, R., Loziak, K., & Phan-Le, T. (2021). Mindfulness at work: Benefits and ethical concerns. Journal of Workplace Behavioral Health. Retrieved from https://tandfonline.com

Kayalar, A. (2022). Nano-learning innovations in mindfulness training for leaders. Educational Technology Research and Development. Retrieved from https://springer.com

Lima-Araujo, S., Phan-Le, T., & Tran, P. (2022). Mindfulness in corporate training programs: An evaluation of outcomes. Human Resource Development Review. Retrieved from https://sagepub.com

Loziak, K. (2022). Individualizing mindfulness practices for diverse workplace contexts. Journal of Diversity Management. Retrieved from https://clutejournals.com

Nilsson, H., & Kazemi, A. (2023). Mindfulness and leadership: Impacts on ethical decision-making and team performance. Journal of Business Ethics. Retrieved from https://springer.com

Rupprecht, S., Paulus, P., & Walach, H. (2019). Leading mindfully: Effects on emotional intelligence and organizational culture. International Journal of Leadership in Education. Retrieved from https://tandfonline.com

Shapiro, S., & Carlson, L. (2018). Mindfulness-based interventions for corporate settings. PLOS ONE.Retrieved from https://journals.plos.org

Sun, S. (2018). Emotional intelligence and mindfulness in leadership: A systematic review. Leadership & Organization Development Journal. Retrieved from https://emerald.com

Tran, P., Vincent, E., & Burns, K. (2021). Ethical challenges in implementing mindfulness in business. Journal of Business Ethics. Retrieved from https://springer.com

Vincent, E., Burns, K., & Goldstein, J. (2023). Adaptive leadership through mindfulness in high-stress environments. Stress and Health. Retrieved from https://wileyonlinelibrary.com

Walach, H., Jones, P., & Nilsson, H. (2006). Measurement techniques for mindfulness interventions. Mindfulness Research Quarterly. Retrieved from https://journals.sfu.ca

Wang, J., Kazemi, A., & Rupprecht, S. (2023). Digital transformation of mindfulness: Applications in leadership training. Journal of Applied Psychology. Retrieved from https://apa.org

Walden, V. (2021). Mindful leadership in times of crisis: A longitudinal study. Journal of Leadership Studies. Retrieved from https://wiley.com

Tamara Boaz, December 1, 2024

*Kaufmann et al. (2021) highlight that while mindfulness is beneficial for many, it may not be suitable for everyone, particularly those who may feel isolated or overwhelmed by introspective practices. Acknowledging these potential drawbacks is essential for ensuring that mindfulness training is tailored to meet the unique needs of each leader and organization. Mindfulness practices can sometimes trigger unresolved emotional issues, particularly in individuals with trauma backgrounds.  If you need assistance, please visit the following links for support: https://www.apa.org/topics/crisis-hotline, https://www.apa.org/members/your-membership/benefits/locator, https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/patients-and-families/finding-good-therapist.