Just Leading

Being an Empathetic Leader with Rabbi Lauren Holtzblatt

Episode Summary

Rabbi Lauren Holtzblatt, who led Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg’s funeral service, has had an extraordinarily innovative career within the Conservative Jewish world. How does she balance tradition with change? In this interview, Rabbi Holtzblatt speaks to Ilana about her relationship with the late Justice Ginsberg. She also explores how she finds the balance in leading with humility while also accepting setbacks.

Episode Notes

Rabbi Lauren Holtzblatt, a leader in the Conservative Jewish movement, speaks on how to stay grounded, yet allow for growth and change as a leader.

Thank you to Rabbi Lauren Holtzblatt for coming on today’s episode! Rabbi Holtzblatt is currently the Rabbi of Adas Israel Congregation in Washington, DC. They can be reached at https://www.adasisrael.org/

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