This paper discusses the role of organizational mindfulness as a basis for effectiveness during change events or situations which may have possible negative impacts on the wellbeing and operations of the Tourism Industry. The concerns of the paper captured the conceptualization of mindfulness as an organizational level concept, and its application within the context of the social learning theory. Thus the objectives of the paper bothered on the implications of organizational mindfulness based on the social learning theory, the conceptualization of both concepts – organizational mindfulness and effectiveness, and the role of organizational mindfulness in the actualization of effectiveness within the context of the change – such as that necessitated by the COVID-19 pandemic. A position was established based on literature review, on the imperatives of considerations in the viability of change actions. It was thereupon concluded that mindfulness at the organizational level is vital for addressing the change behaviour and goals of the organization and as such necessary for sustaining the functions of Tourism organizations during change related situations or events; thereby enhancing the effectiveness of organization.
Citation: Obiora, Judipat Nkiru (2021) Organizational Mindfulness: Imperative for Effectiveness in an Era of Change in the Tourism Industry, European Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Research, Vol.9, No.4, pp.1-10
Keywords: COVID-19, Effectiveness, Organizational Change, Tourism, mindfulness, social cognitive theory
