Career Advice from Rabbi Sacks: Timeless Wisdom for Bnei Torah in the Workforce
How do you balance a Torah-centered life with career ambitions? How do you stay true to your values while thriving in a professional environment? These are questions many Bnei Torah grapple with as they navigate the modern workforce.
In our special two-part Shtark Tank series, Career Advice from Rabbi Sacks, we delve into the timeless teachings of Rabbi Jonathan Sacks zt"l, exploring how his profound wisdom can guide and inspire us in our careers, leadership, and personal lives.
Rabbi Sacks, a global intellectual giant and former Chief Rabbi of the UK, tackled pressing issues such as morality, leadership, and faith in a modern world. In this series, we honor his yahrtzeit by reflecting on his teachings and their relevance to the unique challenges faced by Bnei Torah in the workplace.
Part 1: Kiddush Hashem, Leadership, and Strategic Thinking
In the first episode of the series, we focus on how Bnei Torah can elevate their careers and lives by embodying Torah values in every aspect of their work.
Topics include:
Making a Kiddush Hashem: Being a living example of Torah values in the workplace.
Leadership: Lessons from Rabbi Sacks on how to lead with humility, integrity, and purpose.
Strategic Thinking: Insights into Rabbi Sacks’s ability to see the big picture and approach challenges with wisdom and clarity.
We also hear personal reflections from professionals who have successfully integrated these principles into their careers.
Part 2: Money, Happiness, and Messages of Hope
In the second episode, we turn to Rabbi Sacks’s teachings on navigating the practical and emotional aspects of work and life.
Highlights include:
Money and Happiness: Understanding the relationship between financial success and true fulfillment.
Work and Family: Balancing professional responsibilities with the centrality of family.
Tzedaka: Infusing our careers with purpose by giving back to others.
Messages of Hope: Rabbi Sacks’s unshakable optimism and belief in humanity’s potential.
Why Listen to This Series?
Whether you’re a professional looking for practical career guidance or someone seeking inspiration to integrate Torah values into your life, this series offers something truly unique. Rabbi Sacks’s teachings are timeless, blending intellectual rigor with a deep understanding of human nature.
From how to lead a life of purpose to creating a meaningful Kiddush Hashem, these episodes will leave you inspired and empowered to thrive as a Ben Torah in the workforce.
Featured Guests
We’re joined by incredible voices who reflect on Rabbi Sacks’s impact and share their own experiences, including:
Gilles Gade: Visionary fintech leader and CEO of Cross River Bank.
Alan Sacks: Partner at Herzog Fox & Naaman.
Dr. Erica Brown: Vice Provost for Values and Leadership at Yeshiva University and Director of the Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks-Herenstein Center.
Explore Rabbi Sacks’s Legacy
To dive deeper into Rabbi Sacks’s teachings, explore these resources: