Redefining Workplace Flexibility with Manar Morales: Lead to Succeed 169

What does it take to create a workplace that balances the diverse needs of employees while maintaining universal policies? And how can leaders address traditional mindsets that challenge the concept of flexibility? In this episode, Manar Morales shares her strategies for designing flexible yet inclusive workplace policies.

Manar is a national expert in building human-centered workplace cultures that prioritize diversity, flexibility, and well-being. As the Founder and CEO of the Diversity & Flexibility Alliance, she has over 18 years of experience helping organizations create inclusive environments and implement effective flexible work strategies. A sought-after speaker and author, her forthcoming book, The Flexibility Paradigm (January 2025), provides a roadmap for creating adaptive, resilient workplaces. Recognized with the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, Manar is committed to empowering individuals and organizations to thrive in today’s evolving work landscape.

Living Intentionally with Sharon Rowe: Lead to Succeed 29

In this episode, Naphtali interviews Sharon Rowe, founder of EcoBags. Sharon urges listeners to build a business that is driven by more than profits by cultivating contentment. We discuss the importance of not falling prey to consumerism. Tune in and learn how you can build an intentional, socially responsible, and profitable business and career.

Which Hat Should You Wear with Hershel Lutch: Lead to Succeed 1

Rabbi Hershel Lutch, MBA, is the Executive Director of MEOR, a leading Jewish education and outreach organization active on top American university campuses. He has previously held leadership positions within a number of other prominent Jewish organizations. Serving as MEOR’s chief professional, Hershel leads a dynamic staff of educators and oversees MEOR’s fiscal management, operational planning, and fundraising activities.

Podcast highlights:

The need to “get your hands dirty” with your leadership
How leadership and management differ, and when to wear each hat
How leaders can also manage
Hershel’s personal hurdles and how he overcame them
Why you need to continue to invest in yourself
Leaders are only as good as their people
Why Hershel wants to meet George Washington
How Hershel’s faith guides his role

Lead to Succeed dives deep into personal leadership journeys, seeking to understand how leaders got to where they are today, and the challenges & successes that they experienced along the way