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I, like much of the Jewish community, have been deeply impacted by the events that took place on October 7, 2023. The overwhelming sense of grief has been prominent in my daily life. Following the below has been a tremendous help in allowing me to move forward during these difficult times. I hope this can be of some help for those struggling like myself. Please know that you are not alone. “I’m not OK, but I have to be OK.” We've all been there and may be there now (deep brea

For many organizations, the late summer and early fall months are prime retreat seasons. I love leading retreats because so much growth can happen in a very short time. I’m excited to share some findings on the immense benefits of these events and why organizations need them now more than ever. Retreats are designed to target the needs and goals of an organization or a department, so each is unique, but their overall results are often the same: strengthening the team and impl

While the generational divide is a very real issue leaders must address, professionals in our workplaces are more alike than they may think.

Hi Friends and Colleagues, When we last spoke, I highlighted the unprecedented workplace we are currently experiencing. Since then, the challenges in sharing a workplace with intergenerational colleagues seem to have only grown. A big question coming up again and again from employees is: How do we all work together to feel seen and heard by others who are very different from us? And, along with that, how do I assert my leadership with others I may oversee, who no longer seem

“Those Gen Z’ers are driving me crazy, And, I thought we were demanding.” “Wow they think they can tell us what to do without any experience, I don’t get it.” “No, they can’t have it all – leave at 5 pm, work from home, take breaks when they want to and then ask for promotions without putting in the hours.” --------------------- “Ugh, my bosses aren’t into self-care. They say they are but if I want to leave after a long day, they think I’m slacking.” “How can I work for an or

In my recent blog, we covered the concept of executive presence by defining what it is and examining its core elements. To recap,...

For those of you who do not know, I recently traveled to Central Europe with my Jewish spiritual community, IKAR. We educated ourselves...

Executive presence is often a misunderstood concept that people find difficult to understand. I’ll help demystify it and talk about how...

It can be very disappointing to admit to ourselves that after devoting a substantial amount of time and money toward our career, it isn’t...

“We are not victims of our situation. We are the architects of it.” ― Simon Sinek, Leaders Eat Last: Why Some Teams Pull Together and...

To resolve conflict in our personal lives, we often employ empathy and the ability to take risks. Now, more than ever, we must rely on...

The workplace often reflects the happenings of the society at large, and those within our own lives. However, issues that may arise at...

Gratitude in the workplace is crucial to our growth and success as leaders. When practiced effectively, it has the power to transform...

A recent survey states that 39% of the 1,000 adults surveyed would consider resigning if their employers had no remote work system. This...

The job market is quickly evolving and millions of individuals are seeking positions at healthy organizations. Learn how to properly...

Organizational culture is one of the most important tools we have as leaders to strengthen the cohesiveness and effectiveness of our...

Conceptualizing and implementing change in the workplace can be a huge undertaking. It can also be difficult for team members to adjust...

Conflict doesn’t necessarily equal negativity. It can arise for many reasons, including personal struggles, professional debates, or...

An executive director (“ED”) role is a complex and demanding one. We need to be able to inspire all of our stakeholders toward a...

Thanks, everyone for the positive feedback regarding my last blog post “How To Lead Your Organization with Courage.” I am really grateful...