BUDDHA-DHAMMA APPLICATION FOR PROMOTIG PERSONNEL’ S WORK PERFORMANCE EFFICIENCY OF KUSUMALAYA SUB-DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY, KUSUMALAYA DISTRICT, SAKOL NAKORN PROVINCE

Abstract

This research article aims to examine: 1. the level of work performance competency among personnel (μ=3.91, σ=.575), 2. the relationship between the Four Bases of 4 principles of Bala and work performance competency, and 3. propose the application of Buddhist principles to enhance the competency of personnel at Kusumalaya Subdistrict Municipality, Kusumalaya District, Sakon Nakhon Province. A mixed-methods approach was employed. The quantitative component involved data collection from 55 municipal personnel, with data analyzed using frequency, percentage, mean, standard deviation, and Pearson correlation coefficient. The qualitative component involved in-depth interviews with 9 key informants (monastics or laypersons), with the data analyzed through descriptive content analysis.

The findings revealed that: 1. the overall level of work performance competency among the personnel was high; 2. the relationship between the Four Bases of Power and work performance competency was moderately positive; and 3. the application of Buddhist principles to promote work performance competency could be classified into four aspects: Paññã-bala (Power of Wisdom): Promoting analytical and rational thinking through training and reflective practices. Viriya-bala (Power of Effort): Encouraging perseverance and determination supported by organizational systems. Anavajja-bala (Power of Blamelessness): Emphasizing moral integrity and strict adherence to ethical standards. Sangaha-bala (Power of Social Support): Fostering collaboration and mutual support through the principles of generosity (Dãna), kind speech (Piyavãcã), helpful conduct (Atthacariyã), and impartiality (Samãnattatã).