Elul 3
Despite Moses’ anger, real violent anger upon seeing the Israelites dancing around the calf, Moses continues to lead the people and advocate on their behalf. He even pleads with God for God’s forgiveness on behalf of the Israelites. He shows real leadership in the face of adversity and rejection when he defends the Israelites. God agrees, forgives the people and tells Moses to return and to continue to lead. There are many styles of leadership. What do you look for in a leader? I believe that everyone has the potential to be a leader. Everyone can answer G-d’s call with the word of Abraham, Moses, Jeremiah, Isaiah. Hinini, Here am I. None of our patriarchs, matriarchs, prophets were perfect and they all doubted their abilities. What style of leader are you—director, coach, collaborative, hierarchical? What leadership traits do you have? How can you continue to lead in the face of adversity, criticism or rejection?