CEO Growth Talks: MIchael Waxman-Lenz Podcast "Combining Passion and Expertise for Effective Nonprofit Leadership"
In this episode of CEO Growth Talks, Pete Hayes interviews Michael Waxman-Lenz, CEO of the American Technion Society. Michael discusses his transition from corporate to nonprofit leadership, emphasizing the importance of modernizing philanthropic efforts. He also shares insights on leading through crises, adapting to generational changes, and blending corporate metrics with mission-driven, trust-building strategies.
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Podcast: Combining Passion and Expertise for E昀昀ective Nonprofit Leadership Michael Waxman-Lenz Chief Executive O昀케cer @American Technion Society
What’s Inside: Introduction Full Episode Video Full Episode Audio Full Episode Transcript Full Episode Article 5:28 Summary Video YouTube Short
“Combining Passion and Expertise for E昀昀ective Nonprofit Leadership” In this episode of CEO Growth Talks, Pete Hayes interviews Michael Waxman-Lenz, CEO of the American Technion Society. Michael discusses his transition from corporate to nonprofit leadership, emphasizing the importance of modernizing philanthropic efforts. He also shares insights on leading through crises, adapting to generational changes, and blending corporate metrics with mission-driven, trust-building strategies.
FULL EPISODE “My job is to make decisions that are right and important for the organization. They may sometimes seem harsh, but you still have to make them. That's what we are engaged to do, and that's what we are hired for.” - Michael Waxman-Lenz
FULL EPISODE: Topics Covered The Role of Mission-Driven Leadership in Nonprofits Professionalizing Nonprofit Management: A Necessary Evolution Trust and Communication: Cornerstones of Effective Leadership
(5:28 Video) “Balancing Tough Decisions and Trust in Leadership” “The word trust is important. Ideally, you should have people around you who provide you with the truth and share it with you, whether you like it or not.” -MICHAEL WAXMAN-LENZ
YOUTUBE SHORT: Balancing Tough Decisions and Trust in Leadership In this YouTube short, Michael Waxman-Lenz emphasizes the crucial role of trust in leadership, highlighting the importance of surrounding oneself with a team that provides honest feedback, regardless of personal feelings. He balances deep care for people with the necessity of making tough decisions for the organization, understanding that effective leadership sometimes requires choices that may not be well-received.
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