Striving for Growth: Measuring Progress and Celebrating Success goals gratitude leadership solution stuck team thanksgiving Nov 26, 2024

THE POWER OF GRATITUDE

AS WE TRANSITION FROM THE JOYOUS SPIRIT OF SUCCOTH TO THE WINTER SEASON, THE SECULAR CALENDAR REMINDS US TO FOCUS ON AN EVENING OF THANKSGIVING. IT’S ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO REFLECT WITH THE POWER OF GRATITUDE IN OUR LIVES—BOTH PERSONALLY AND PROFESSIONALLY. HAVE...

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From Daddy Issues To Divine Connection jewish holidays relationship Oct 02, 2024

A ROSH HASHANAH IMPERATIVE TO IMPROVE YOUR RELATIONSHIPS.

Rosh Hashanah is your opportunity to improve anything in your life and especially your relationship with the Almighty. It’s not only a time for reflection, but also an opportunity to mend and renew relationships, particularly with...

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Breathing Freedom - A Pesach Lesson to Revive Your Soul jewish holidays stress management May 05, 2024

PESACH, THE ZMAN CHERUTANU (TIME OF FREEDOM), IS AN IMPORTANT MILESTONE IN THE JEWISH CALENDAR. IT OBLIGATES AND HIGHLIGHTS THE IMPORTANCE TO REFLECT DEEPLY AND DISCUSS WHAT IT MEANS TO BE FREE AND IS BEST UNDERSTOOD IN CONTRAST TO BEING ENSLAVED. PESACH ISN’T JUST A CELEBRATION OF...

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Breaking Bonds, Building Futures: Your Exodus to Excellence - Rabbi Ezra Max jewish holidays leadership Apr 17, 2024

In our collective human experience, the story of Yetzias Mitzrayim, the Exodus from Egypt, offers profound lessons, especially for us Jews. It’s a tale of transformation, from deep servitude to uplifting freedom, illustrating how we shifted from being prisoners...

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Excelsior Journeys - Rabbi Ezra Max Wants You To Spend 2024 Awakening the Leader Within leadership podcast Feb 02, 2024

For this week's episode of Excelsior Journeys, host & producer George Sirois sits down with Rabbi / Personal & Executive Coach / retired EMS Ezra Max. For years, Rabbi Ezra has been working with men, women, and children to help them unlock their own potential and be the leaders they want...

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Design Your Destiny With Visionary Leadership goals leadership Jan 08, 2024

THE TRANSFORMATIONAL POWER OF GOALS: In today's rapidly evolving world, clear direction in leadership is not just a competitive advantage, it's essential. In business and at home, proper goal setting with effective leadership dramatically upgrades your results. As a facilitator of leadership...

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Controlling Chaos - A Blueprint for Bold Leadership leadership resilience Dec 10, 2023

Turmoil surrounds us. The ground beneath feels shaky and unstable. The world is devolving in chaos and Jew hatred. Millions of Hamas terror supporters demonstrate globally calling for the killing of Jews and extinction of Israel.

The need for decisive leadership has never been greater....

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The Jewish Response to Terrorism resilience Nov 02, 2023

THE LAND WAS FILLED WITH ‘HAMAS,’ AS STATED EARLY IN PARASHAH NOAH, “KI MALEAH HARETZ CHAMAS.” MEANING, THE DISRUPTION OF CIVILIZED CO-EXISTENCE. DOES IT STRIKE YOU HOW THIS STATEMENT CORRELATES WITH THE HAUNTINGLY SIMILAR CAMPAIGN OF TERROR AND THREATS TO...

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Hug from Hashem - Rediscovering the Joy & Abundance this Sukkot jewish holidays Sep 29, 2023

THE MAGIC OF SUKKOT

Sukkot is a time of immense joy and thanksgiving. After the introspection of You Kippur, it's time to act as if our prayers have been accepted, our past mistakes have been forgiven, and our dreams for the future are set to unfold. 

We transition from a state of reflection...

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A Journey of Accountability With Hashem in the Month of Elul high holidays Sep 07, 2023

THE CONNECTION BETWEEN PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND SPIRITUAL FAITH IS RARELY AS CLEAR AS DURING THE MONTH OF ELUL. THIS PERIOD IN THE JEWISH CALENDAR TRANSCENDS PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL BOUNDARIES, TOUCHING THE LIVES OF MANAGERS LIKE MY BUDDY SAM, MOTHERS LIKE SARAH, COLLEGE...

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Ordinary Man, Extraordinary Results relationship success Jul 28, 2023

Ordinary Man, Extraordinary Results:
A Tribute to Rabbi Zecharia Wallerstein ZT'L
June 2022

19 YEARS AGO, I INVITED RABBI WALLERSTEIN TO SPEAK ON TISHA B’AV NIGHT AT THE LIVING ROOM (TLR), A POST REHAB PROGRAM FOR HELPING OUR YOUTH REINTEGRATE WITH FAMILY AND COMMUNITY....

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Fatherhood First - A Success Formula for Jewish Business Leaders relationship success Jun 11, 2023

In the world of business, successful entrepreneurs often find themselves isolated at the top, carrying the weight of responsibility alone. However, this Father's Day, as a Jewish professional, please reflect on the vital importance of integrating family and business.

By prioritizing meaningful...

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