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Effective Leaders Are Authentic Leaders

The majority of us have heard the saying, “if you’re going to talk the talk, you’ve got to walk the walk.” In other words, it’s an admonition to practice what you preach. Or to put it yet another way, actions speak louder than words. Read More

When leaders atone: Thoughts on Parshat Shmini

The greatest act of responsibility as a leader is to hold the mistakes of others as your own. On the one hand, leaders cannot be liable for every failure of his or her followers. On the other hand, responsible leaders must always reflect on the problems in a culture that they are ultimately …

‘Please don’t stop’: Pandemic project of daily Magna-Tiles messages

The first Magna-Tiles message the Tuvin family posted on their garage doors in West Hartford, Connecticut, was simple and straightforward. It was March 27, 2020, two weeks into COVID lockdown, and it was a Friday. “Shabbat” read the colorful magnets on one door. “Shalom,” said the ot…

6 Questions to Ask Yourself When You’re Frustrated with Your Team

Our call to action is for leaders to take a pause and reflect before the pressure of high demands leads to lashing out. When frustration and judgment hovers, cultivate curiosity and ask yourself the following six questions. They will serve as your north star checklist to make sure you’re c…