How belief systems in the Philippines impact the country's business practices and contribute to nation building?

 

Answer:

Beliefs systems are part of every society and culture and it helps shape human nature which is the base of all human activities. Religion and beliefs act as a force influencing and affecting the business. Religion teaches us to believe in a certain way which helps sculpt our belief system. It teaches humans to stand by ethics, not harm anyone, be selfless and honest. These principles impact the human and shows in his work and daily interactions.

An ethical employee would follow all right practices and offer value to his organization and community. The good work that the employee does influences his team members and other employees and together the workforce helps in taking the company to new heights which plays an active part in nation-building.

Businesses actively create a friendly work culture that is unbiased and honest assuming the employees would follow the same principles and believe in the company culture.

Filipinos earlier believed in worshipping distinct gods, spirits and creatures. They believe in appeasing them with help of various sacrifices and rituals. Later due to colonization, their religious beliefs and traditions also emerged and changed to Christianity. This brings a radiant change in their rituals, practices, the way they interact eat and gradually almost everything they are associated with.

Elder Filipinos take the advice of elders and senior family members during illnesses and believe in God, hence it's hows the human bond and the same has a direct influence on the new-age employees, which makes them believe in their team members.

When Filipinos meet a baby for the first time they show immense feelings and affection which makes the baby uncomfortable and then cries which is commonly termed as na-usog. To avoid passing the negative energy the locals follow different rituals. For instance, some people greet saying pwera usog means to protect the baby from the hex. This belief affects the nature of the individual which makes him sensitive towards others suffering and makes him treat the person with love. This belief when practices in an organization would ensure a harmonious work atmosphere with enthusiastic employees and satisfied customers al which helps the company to prosper d be a contributing factor towards nation-building.

Filipinos believe in a friendly culture and accept people from all faith making them good interactors and guides. The same belief when used in the corporate world would ensure a good relationship with senior management, colleagues which help them perform in a better way.

Nation-building is a joint effort by the entire nation and whatever best contributed goes a long way and helps grow economy making the future of the Philippines secure  Businesses with their practices and corporate social responsibilities help the nation move to a better global standing with a friendly relationship with neighbouring countries.