Ben WachsteinWhy Jewish Camp Shabbat Isn’t the Answer EitherSo, yesterday I shared my thoughts on why “theme Shabbats” don’t cut it when it comes to boosting synagogue attendance. I figured it would…Aug 21Aug 21
Ben WachsteinWhy “Theme Shabbat” Doesn’t Do it For MeI’ve been in the synagogue game since 1992, and let me tell you, it’s more than just a job. It’s personal. One thing that’s been driving us…Aug 20Aug 20
Ben WachsteinEscaping the YouTube Algorithm: A Fresh StartI’ve been pondering algorithms lately, and as a bit of a geek, I have a basic understanding of how they work. However, I’ve come to realize…May 6May 6
Ben WachsteinRise TogetherChallenge breeds growth. Let’s foster a culture where holding each other accountable is the highest form of respect. Courageous…Apr 20Apr 20
Ben WachsteinThe Need for Well-Rounded Leaders: From Libraries to Synagogues and Everything in BetweenSo, a little while back, there was a kerfuffle at a library in my conservative community. Long story short, they held a drag event, and it…Apr 91Apr 91
Ben WachsteinSecrets and SunshineI just discovered www.postsecret.com, a website where people anonymously share their secrets on postcards. The creator started it by…Apr 7Apr 7
Ben WachsteinLearning Here, Learning There: From the Formal to TikTokThe pursuit of knowledge is a lifelong endeavor, and professional development, while crucial, is only a single facet of this enriching…Apr 3Apr 3
Ben WachsteinHIMYM — I’m Still AngryAlright, let’s talk about the elephant in the room: the How I Met Your Mother finale. It’s been ten years, and I’m still not over it. I…Apr 1Apr 1
Ben WachsteinAn Obligation to Say Yes (most times)!Last year, I made a conscious decision to hang a poster in my office that conveyed a simple but powerful message: “We have an obligation to…Mar 29Mar 29
Ben WachsteinMy Job is not to Save My Job (a 2020 unpublished piece)I wrote this piece back in April 2020, when COVID had just shut the world down. The PPP and Pandemic financial programs weren’t announced…Mar 27Mar 27