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Here's what the Leading Edge team is learning about culture, executives, and boards this month.
Leading, impact and moving forward: Reflections from four pioneering Jewish community executives
Stepping away from leadership is just as important as stepping into it. In eJewishPhilanthropy, Idit Klein (Keshet), Jodi Bromberg (18Doors), Aliza Kline (OneTable), and Dori Frumin Kirshner (Matan) — who have each led their organizations through significant growth — discuss their decisions to leave at the height of their impact. On the podcast It’s Who You Know!, they reflect on leadership transitions, the need for sustainability in Jewish communal work, and why knowing when to go is a crucial part of knowing how to lead.
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CULTURE
The False Dichotomy of Merit and Inclusion
Merit-based systems should be fair at every level, but research shows that bias in promotions and rewards is just as pervasive as in hiring. Instead of reducing unfairness, these biases can compound over time. True meritocracy requires removing systemic barriers so that inclusion strengthens merit, and merit mechanisms reinforce inclusion — ensuring talent and effort genuinely determine success.
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5 Signs a Remote Worker Is Burning Out
Although organizations and managers have a strong incentive to combat burnout, it is often difficult to detect—especially in remote workers. By paying closer attention to behavioral and communication cues, managers can better assess burnout even in virtual meetings. This article outlines five key ways to identify burnout in remote employees and what to do if you spot the signs.
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EXECUTIVES
Achieving growth: Putting leadership mindsets and behaviors into action
Achieving sustainable growth requires more than just ambition; it demands actionable leadership mindsets. McKinsey identifies five critical mindsets that top leaders embody: prioritizing growth, acting boldly, maintaining a customer-centric approach, attracting and nurturing talent, and executing with rigor. Leaders who align their behaviors with these mindsets are better equipped to drive long-term success, even amidst challenges.
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C-Suite shakeups ahead: How HR can prepare for leadership changes
As economic and workplace pressures shift, more top leaders are exiting, leaving organizations to navigate the disruptions that follow. This article outlines key ways HR can prepare, from strengthening succession planning to supporting remaining employees through uncertainty. One major takeaway: leadership transitions aren’t just logistical challenges — they shape workplace culture, employee trust, and long-term stability.
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BOARDS
When Boards Clash Everyone Wins
Boardroom disagreements aren’t just inevitable — they’re valuable. When board members engage in thoughtful debate, organizations benefit from sharper decision-making, stronger governance, and more innovative solutions. Differing perspectives push leaders to consider alternative approaches, challenge assumptions, and avoid groupthink.
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Funders Should Support Nonprofit Leadership Transitions — Now
Leadership transitions are pivotal moments for nonprofits, yet they often lack sufficient support. As more executives step down, funders can play a critical role by investing in transition planning, leadership development, and interim support. A well-supported transition is a chance to strengthen the organization, reinforce its mission, and set up new leaders for success.
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