Mindfulness-Based Business

“Before reading this book, I have truly believed that business and spirituality are two things that cannot be united. Like oil and water. Between the worldly and the heavenly. However, the mindfulness-based business that Sudhamek presents in this book has changed my belief — and I’m sure many others — that business and strong faith can coexist. The thought breakthrough provided in this book is crucial for everyone, especially business players.” –Andy F. Noya, Journalist and Host of Kick Andy

“‘Can we conduct business without abandoning morality (religious teachings)?’, such was the question posed by Sudhamek’s father to his children. This book answers, ‘Yes’, even ‘Certainly’ or ‘Must’. Based on his experience building the Garudafood Group, Sudhamek provides tips on the steps needed to achieve it. Worth reading by practitioners as well as business management researchers.” –Prof. Boediono, Ph.D., The Eleventh Vice President of the Republic of Indonesia, 2009-2014

“This book discusses the life journey of Sudhamek in building the Garudafood Group into one of the notable food and beverage companies in modern Indonesian business. He reveals how a business philosophy is developed and used to achieve that goal. As the main leader of this company, for decades he systematically implemented normative guidelines that he believes are the best method called mindfulness-based business (MBB). It discusses how mindfulness practices are integrally and continuously combined in business activities, in line with moral and ethical principles. To achieve satisfaction and welfare for all stakeholders involved.” –Prof. Dorodjatun Kuntjoro-Jakti, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Indonesia

“Combining business, ethical principles, and humanity is like combining fire and water. Business is like fire: pragmatic, results-driven, with strong economic motives, conquering and expanding. Ethics and humanity are like water: refreshing, providing hope and life, not solely serving economic metrics. Few entrepreneurs can skillfully handle these paradoxical elements in a balanced manner. Sudhamek can. His business approach reflects a mindful soul. A soul constantly seeking ways to ensure that his business benefits more people. A soul that does not stop at the sometimes ruthless and greedy instinct of profit-taking.” –Teddy P. Rachmat, Founder of Triputra Group

“Through this book, we are taken into the thoughts and journey of Sudhamek in building Garudafood, especially in the last 19 years, with the philosophy of mindfulness-based business (MBB). It’s like being invited on a spiritual journey, reflecting on whether the rest of our lives will be spent building businesses solely chasing profits, or instead focusing on the extent of benefits and goodness we can create and share with many. Through this book, hopefully more businesses adopt the MBB philosophy, so we can leave a better world for the next generation.” –William Tanuwijaya, Founder and CEO of Tokopedia