A moment of meaning before the meeting begins
Jewish meetings often start with a D’var Torah or drash — a short teaching inspired by the week’s Torah portion. When it’s done well, it creates a pause before the agenda takes over. A chance to connect, remember why you’re there, and maybe even feel a little inspired before the work begins.
This blessing is inspired by that tradition. A moment to ground the room before the meeting starts.
The Blessing
What is a meeting? A block of time. One hour, a half, two if it drags… time to learn, accomplish, decide, convince, debate, admire, laugh and respect. Whether we have known each other for years, or just met moments ago, let us conduct this meeting with open minds; remembering to listen to what is being said and what is not being said. Make it a safe place for dissenting opinions because that is where magic can happen. We will hear numbers…daily, weekly, monthly numbers, numbers of clicks, cancellations, sign-ups, sales, profit, loss and more. We are a mix of professionals, specialists, entrepreneurs, creatives, fathers, mothers, daughters, and sons. Perhaps those of us who are strangers are simply friends who have not yet met. Outside this room we may be experiencing life’s greatest joys or dealing with unspeakable sorrow. Since we do not know who may be suffering, remember to be gracious and respectful to all. The clock is ticking and soon our outlook calendars will have us moving on. May we use our time well and experience even a small measure, of satisfaction, insight, and camaraderie for with that, our success can add joy and meaning to the world. – A JewBelong Original
When to Use This Blessing
Before a team meeting, board meeting, or any gathering where people need a moment to reset, connect, and remember there are people behind every agenda item.
Why Add a Blessing to a Meeting?
Because meetings aren’t just about decisions and data. They’re about people. Even a short pause can shift the tone from transactional to meaningful — and sometimes that changes everything.
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