“Hi Joyce, I’m calling from the nominating committee from Kehillat Chaim. Since there have been only 2 female presidents in 25 years, we think it is about time for a female to assume this position.”
“Really? And who might that be?” I asked.
“Well, we think it should be you!” he replied.
“You must be kidding!” I blurted out.
“And why?” you ask, did I accept? My answer is this: I am honored, humbled, welcome the opportunity to “give back,” and - I LOVE A CHALLENGE!
Since accepting this position/challenge, I have done much reading, thinking, soul-searching, and introspection as to why, what, and how to assume this leadership role. I have attended some meetings, met with the clergy and the staff, and am prepared to do all that I can to add value to our community, our Kehillah. I do know that I cannot accomplish much of anything alone, without a team. Therefore, I am asking you to become a member of the TKC TEAM. In the weeks ahead, I will be communicating with you and, hopefully, you will be communicating with me, so that every member of TKC is involved in some way as a “team player!”
In the next few days, the Executive Board, clergy, staff and I will be meeting to do some strategic
planning and leadership development. I feel it is imperative that we begin to accurately identify what the wants and needs of our Kehillah are, i.e. what are the mission, vision, and goals of the members of TKC? By the end of our meeting, I hope we can create a road map to enable us to effectively reach our goals, and to fulfill the needs of our members.
We plan to keep the lines of communication open with the entire community; therefore, I plan to utilize this platform to keep everyone informed as to the growth and development of the Leadership Team. I am quite certain that we will be asking for help in implementing the various programs and committees that will be formed as a result of this meeting.
What can you do? Please take a moment to ask yourself a few questions.
- Why am I a member of TKC?
- Why am I taking the time to read this month’s newsletter and/or this President’s message?
- What are my, and/or my family’s needs, dreams, and visions for this community?
I encourage you to use your answers as a springboard for assuming a role in your Kehillah, and for providing insights as to defining the goals of this community.
At the Annual Meeting, I handed out a questionnaire called, “It Takes a Kehillah.” This was a preliminary effort to reach out to everyone and to update our database in order to create a more inclusive team. Click here to find the survey on our website. I encourage you to print it and fill it out, then mail it, email it, or drop it by the office, if you have not yet done so. We will be sharing the results of this effort with all of you.
Last, but very definitely, not least: please call or email me with any thoughts, questions, concerns, or feedback. I can be reached at 770-392-1833 (home office) or joyce@joyceTHEchoice.com.
I look forward to working with you all!
Todah Rabah,
Joyce
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