In episode #130 of You Leading You, Rabbi Leah Berkowitz, of the Vassar Temple in Poughkeepsie, NY and a blogger with, This Is What A Rabbi Looks Like, educates us about building community, being a leader and integrating social media with today’s faithful. A great discussion on how we can make an impact in both our personal and professional lives and how leadership affects the lives of others.
Today Rabbi Berkowitz shares:
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How She Emulated Her Faith Heroes And Achieved Her Goal Of Being A Rabbi!
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Why Change Moves Someone From A Sacred Place!
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How Social Media Builds Community!
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How Blogging Gives A Further Reach To Explore Topics Outside Of The Sermon!
Rabbi Berkowitz creates her You Leading You Moment by:
Seeking help, being a small congregational rabbinate, she has found that she has built a peer network, including those of other faiths to build and foster a sense of community. Also working with a coach, to constantly improve her own skills and professional organizations, to stay current and share ideas with others, increases her ability to lead others.
Reach Rabbi Berkowitz at:
Website: Vassar Temple
Website: This Is What A Rabbi Looks Like
Facebook: Rabbi Leah Berkowitz
Twitter: @RabbiLRB
Instagram: @RabbiLRB
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Great interview…you have a wonderful radio voice and the content was captivating.
It really spoke of your past,present and future contributions & experiences ..fun to hear you talk about what youve accomplished in your various communities.
Thank you for the kind comments Amy, Rabbi Berkowitz was a truly inspiring guest!
Rabbi Berkowitz, great interview. Shy, indeed!! 🙂 But, doing something for which you have a grand passions helps one overcome any introversion or shyness. Your passion for Judaism in contagious and so inviting to your congregation members.