The billion dollar decision Last week brought with it news of the biggest purchase (exit) of an Israeli Startup – Wiz – by Google for $32 billion. Asaf Rappaport, founder and CEO of Wiz, gives us an inside look at how to build a $32B company in just four...
What does a leader look like? I decided to do a little experiment with AI. I asked it to generate an image of a CEO, a leader, and here’s what I got: ✔ A white man in a suit in an office environment. I then asked for a female leader – ✔ I got a...
The night I thought the sun would never rise It was a particularly hard week last week in Israel, where we really got to see darkness and evil in action. It made me think about how when you’re in darkness, it really can feel like it just takes over everything...
Stop setting boundaries. Do this instead. Imagine walking into a room where you immediately feel the presence of someone who commands respect—not because they demand it, but because they simply exude it. They don’t have to set hard boundaries or constantly...
Are you explaining too much? The call came in late one afternoon. “I don’t know how to handle this,” my client said. “I delivered exactly what we agreed on, but the client isn’t happy. Should I wait for them to bring it up or address it first?” I could...
Two Realities. One Choice. I was speaking with a client who was deeply frustrated and emotionally drained. The hostage deal in Israel is unfolding—bringing a mix of joy, relief, grief and anger. For every family reunited, others are left waiting in anguish. For every...
Ask the Leadership Coach: How to Sharpen your Focus It’s Q&A time again. One question that stood out recently was about focus—a skill that’s vital for any leader to master in today’s fast-paced, always-on world. Question: How do I sharpen my focus as a...
Your 2024 Goal Results Are In – What’s Next? The first month of 2025 is nearly over, and here’s the truth: it’s never too late to course-correct, refine your goals, and make this year truly extraordinary. Towards the end of last year, I sent out a...
The Career Crossroads That Changed Everything I’ll never forget the December morning more than a decade ago when I realized my career was running on empty. I was a high-achieving professional (actuary) who looked successful on the outside but felt lost on the inside....
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