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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · May 20

And that way, as you work your way through the actual interview process, those three pillars are always at the back of your mind (want-need-values), reinforcing your points and guiding your responses.

It’s a winning combination.

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · May 20

Have your conclusion written or memorized before you walk in.
Remember three points that you want to reinforce as your final remarks (for example: I’m the one you want; I can help you get to where you need; I believe in you and share your values).

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · May 20

Most interviewees have a list of questions ready (we can talk about that at another time), an idea of how to talk about their resume and challenges, and so on.

But one of the best ways to really make a positive and powerful impression is to start at the end.

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · May 20

t’s something with which I’ve had a lot of experience. And I want to share some of that with others.

There’s one point that came up the other day that I’ve been thinking through and I want to share here.
It’s this:

Start at the end.

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · May 20

I’ve really enjoyed coaching people recently, especially on an under-developed aspect of their careers: how to ace a job interview, especially for nonprofit (and Jewish nonprofit) executive positions.

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · May 19

FDR pop-art.

I've seen versions of his portrait in so many stories of our American lives.

I wanted to keep the shadows & darkness (using the LP record itself without painting), while stylizing the pop-art elements.

More inherentart.com

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · May 8

During the Ashuri (Assyrian) siege Judith rallies the leadership & decapitates Holofernes with his own sword.

I took the painting by Caravaggio as the basis for my version. I wanted to capture her darkness against her light.

But even her shadows contain shadows.

More at www.inherentart.com

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · May 5

Pop-art George Washington.

Inspired by Gilbert Stuart's 1821 portrait.

Acrylic paint on LP vinyl record.

More at www.inherentart.com

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · May 1

Queen Esther

2025 acrylic paint on vinyl LP record with a gloss finish.

More at www.inherentart.com

(Still a work in progress, but I welcome your feedback and comments).

Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Apr 29

Last week we observed Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Memorial Day), reminding us of the price of not having a Jewish State.

Tonight we observe Yom HaZikaron (Israel Memorial Day), reminding us of the price of having one.

May all those in need of healing find comfort and love.

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Apr 27

Lion of Judah.

Hand-painted with acrylic paints on a 12” LP vinyl record with an acrylic finish.

(Thank you SO much to all those who reached out last week to show support and ask about purchasing. For now please feel free to DM me for more information).

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Apr 25

Pop-art Lincoln: hand-drawn with acrylic on a 12” LP vinyl record with a gloss varnish finish.

#art

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Apr 18

Tel Aviv 2025. Acrylic paint on four ceramic tiles with a matte varnish, based on an old Israeli tourism poster.

#Jewishart #Israelart #Israel #TelAviv

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Apr 17

I’m so glad, Senator Van Hollen, that you went to El Salvador to demand the release of your constituent, Kilmar Abrego Garcia.

When you get back to DC, can you ask my NJ Senator Andy Kim to do the same for his constituent, Edan Alexander?

From New Jersey.
A hostage.
For 559 days.

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Apr 14

Tel Aviv Port

2025, acrylic paint on vinyl LP with a gloss finish.

#Israel #Israelart #Jewish #Jewishart
#TelAviv

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Apr 11

Queen Esther.

2025, acrylic paint on vinyl LP with a gloss finish.

Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Mar 21

Thank you to every volunteer with our CSS - Community Security Service who stands shift this weekend to protect our synagogues and our Jewish communities.

They are parents, children, neighbors. They stand up for those they - we - love.

#ProtectDefendEmpower
#JewishCommunity
#JewishSecurity

Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Mar 11

Thank you to those who stood shift. You are shield bearers for good נושאי מגן

#ProtectDefendEmpower
#JewishCommunity
#JewishSecurity
#JewishBlueSky

Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Mar 11

That’s CSS’ mission - protect, defend, and empower. It’s a commitment to help train you to be there for your synagogue, for your community events, for your kids on college campuses. And more.

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Mar 11

They stood up for American values against vile haters outside.

They stood up to protect our Jewish way of life.

They stood up to defend a major Jewish community event.

And they empowered those present to stand strong.

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Mar 11

But, in truth, these inspiring men and women, along with our security partners and the outstanding officers of the Teaneck police department, did far more than just protect those who attended the two days-event.

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Mar 11

I’m deeply proud of the security volunteers from our CSS, the national Jewish defense and security agency, who stood shift to protect the Aliyah Fair.

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Feb 21

“The problem with the lone wolf theory is that there has been wolf after wolf, … We are starting to see a pack emerging.”

I was grateful for this interview and to talk about CSS - Community Security Service and how to keep the community safer.

njjewishnews.timesofisrael.com/would-be-att...

Would-be attacker caught at the Lincoln Tunnel

Dov Ben-Shimon of the Community Security Service talks about the threats to the community

njjewishnews.timesofisrael.com

Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Feb 16

the NYPD and Jewish security partners work tirelessly around the clock to protect our community. Thanks to those efforts a potential threat was thwarted.”

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Dov Ben-Shimon @dovbenshimon.bsky.social · Feb 16

to defend the Jewish community, and to empower Jews to take responsibility for security and safety.

CSS CEO Dov Ben-Shimon said: “With threats against the Jewish community at an all time high, …

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