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Transforming Passion Into Impact

As part of the overall OU Talent Development Strategy and generously sponsored in part by the Leon Legacy Fund and the Mayberg Foundation, LEAD is NCSY's premiere Leadership and Development program for supporting staff in professional growth and career development.

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What is my leadership style?

Can I increase my

Emotional Intelligence?

Does self-care make a difference?

How do I plan my professional growth?

WHAT IS LEAD?

LEAD is the entry program for leadership growth in NCSY. Ideal for those with at least one year of full time experience in NCSY, are currently leading or desire to lead teams and want to learn the skills required for professional growth and promotion.

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LEARNING GOALS

Equip yourself with essential leadership skills for your role and future roles. Grasp the heartbeat of our values, culture, and processes. Lay the cornerstone for your future growth.

Facilitated by Dr. Eliezer Jones,

Director of Innovation and Associate Leadership Development for NCSY

WHO IS LEAD FOR?

LEAD is for individuals who want to grow professionally and want to learn the additional leadership skills and be supported in the process.

To apply for LEAD you must:

be a Teen facing staff, manager, director, fundraiser or operations staff.
be Full-time since at least October 2023
have spoken with your supervisor and gotten approval
attend the LEAD specific sessions at StaffCon
be available for the live sessions at 3:30pm est monthly on the following dates: 10/29, 11/26, 12/24, 1/28, 2/25, 3/35, 4/29, 5/29

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LEAD PODCAST

Conversations with leaders who inspire

Hosted by Dr. Eliezer Jones, each episode is with a leader in or connected to NCSY/JSU who share their experiences, insights and what it takes to lead. There is not an episode that won't leave you inspired. Enjoy!

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News & Updates

A Bright Vulnerable Light

In our recent LEAD Live session, we delved into the topic of vulnerability, emphasizing that it is not a weakness but rather a strength in leadership. While vulnerability wasn't initially on the session agenda, its relevance I want to believe emerged as we were a day away from the celebration of Chanukah, a holiday that […]

Creating Sacred Spaces

Leadership encompasses creating a professional space that nurtures, supports, inspires, and adds meaning. It compels individuals to embrace the organization's mission while acknowledging their unique strengths towards that mission. This is the essence of leadership and the message of Sukkos. Every year, I deliver my "Sukkah is Hashem's Hug" D'var Torah in my Sukkah, marking […]

Rosh Hashanah: The Birth of Innovation

I recently facilitated an Innovation Workshop for the Midwest NCSY staff as they prepared for the upcoming NCSY year. The team exhibited great synergy, and the atmosphere was electric with creativity. At the workshop's conclusion, I challenged them not to lose the momentum of innovation generated that day. At the start of a new year, […]