Introducing “Time Off”: Are You Living Like It’s “Milk O’clock”?

It's a summer morning. The rays of the August sun wake you up before anyone else in your house. You open your eyes and remember that today is your day off. You don't have to be anywhere, you don't have to do anything, and you are completely free of any obligation or concern. Today is… Continue reading Introducing “Time Off”: Are You Living Like It’s “Milk O’clock”?

Book Review: “Authentic: How To Be Yourself & Why It Matters”

This isn't a book on management and leadership. But as we see a rise in demand for authenticity in leaders and managers, this is a wonderful book to start with. Authenticity is a journey, not a destination - and this book is definitely worth being on your bookshelf and revisited occasionally.

Concluding “Authentic”: Heal The Space Around You

“With a controlling personality [Edwina] was unsuited to a recent promotion, which put her in a leadership position. While new to the role and learning the ropes she made many mistakes. Those around her experienced her as manipulative and bullying and began to react defensively. In turn, Edwina herself experienced their reactions as offensive and… Continue reading Concluding “Authentic”: Heal The Space Around You

“Authentic” Deep Dive: 3 Exercises to Deepen Your Authenticity

My first version of the headline was “3 exercises to BOOST your authenticity”. Although catchy and enticing, it made me uncomfortable. Authenticity is not a skill, after all. It does not grow – it deepens. And here are a few exercises that prove just that.

Introducing “Authentic”: What will you regret in the end of your life?

In February 2019 my father was diagnosed with leukemia. Back then my parents lived in Israel and when I visited them in March, thanks to the exceptional Israeli oncology treatment, my Dad looked like he was going to be well in just a few months. I was quite lost at the time. My job seemed… Continue reading Introducing “Authentic”: What will you regret in the end of your life?