The How-To’s of Starting with Why
Eager to know why our congregation exists, I posed these questions to my board: Why did you join Shir Ami? Why do you remain a member? What could Shir Ami do better?
Eager to know why our congregation exists, I posed these questions to my board: Why did you join Shir Ami? Why do you remain a member? What could Shir Ami do better?
Senior staff transitions within congregations often prompt a range of emotions for everyone involved. Here are four ways to make things easier for the entire community.
When I heard the URJ was switching website platforms, I was apprehensive. Once I learned we were moving to WordPress, I was excited to start the migration of our site.
Listening to fellow presidents at the Scheidt seminar share many of the same concerns I have, I knew I’d enjoy being part of such an articulate, open, and friendly group.
Learn some of the most valuable takeaways from my tenure as a congregation president so you can apply them – in whatever ways work for you – in your own community.
For more than 20 years, the Union for Reform Judaism has offered website support to member congregations. We're upgrading, so learn more about RJ Web Builder 3.0 here.
Leadership development is critical for any congregation that expects to thrive now and in the future.
We are heirs to a wise tradition. When we find our guiding principles in those sources, not only is leadership enhanced, the organizations and programs and ultimately the entire community benefits.
Say yes to too many people or responsibilities and you’ll find that what you really care about is not getting enough time and space to live and grow.
Becoming a values-based leader isn't about emulating a role model or a historic figure. Rather, your leadership must be rooted in who you are and what matters most to you. There are four guiding principles that can help you in the lifelong journey of values-based leadership.