Hey folks, I'm back for a solo episode and this one is especially lighthearted… no, of course I'm kidding. But I really wanted to take a minute to talk about grief and I'd love to hear your thoughts and feelings too.    Links & resources   You Could Make This Place Beautiful by Maggie SmithSubscribe to the LLW newsletter  Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

I first met Stephie on a retreat back in 2016. I was wildly out of my comfort zone, discovering a lot about the entrepreneur I wanted to be and about leadership - and a new incredible friend. Since then, Stephie and I have found that our value systems as people and as entrepreneurs are aligned, and I'm so grateful to finally have this conversation with her. We cover the place of questions and curiosity in entrepreneurship, inspiration and productivity, burnout and being a constant outsider and in-betweener.   Links & resources   Unboxable Double You Subscribe to the LLW newsletter  Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Fair warning? This is one of those episodes. Ask me what’s it about, and I’ll respond by asking: what is it not about? I met up with Orit Gidali – like, actually packed my microphone and went to meet her – who’s one of my favorite poets and writers. Over a few glasses of red, we talked about… the human condition, I guess: Sorrow and joy, scarcity and expansiveness, attachment styles and meditation, divorce and heartbreak and exaggerated earrings and sex and passion and the brokenness of us all and violence and war and hurt and vulnerability and empathy and compassion. It’s one of my favorite episodes ever, even with the wine and acoustics messing up some of the sound - maybe even more thanks to that, actually. Enjoy. Links & resources   Orit Gidali’s website (English | Hebrew)Sadnaot Habait creative writing school (English | Hebrew)Subscribe to the LLW newsletter  Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Gil had a front row seat to startup life and to working with celebrities. That experience, as well as defining and differentiating himself as an Israeli lawyer in an American business school, has taught him the value of stories and messaging. We speak about startup life, marketing, influencers, career trajectories and important questions. Links & resources   Stardust VenturesSilverstein PropertiesGil’s podcast with Einat Ben Moshe (Hebrew) Subscribe to the LLW newsletter  Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Many of us can be pretty jaded or cynical when it comes to spirituality - I know I can - but knowing Hila has completely changed my perception of spiritual guides. Hila is as funny, pragmatic, sharp and smart as she is spiritual and heart-led. In this conversation, we dive into notions of abundance and scarcity, ego, effort and how they reflect in life and work.    Links & resources   Hila on Instagram (Hebrew)Hila and Danielle’s podcast - My Happy Place (Hebrew)Subscribe to the LLW newsletter    Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Hop into the time machine and join me and my friend Natalie Shell, Co-founder of Message Lab as we explore curiosity, creativity, the concept of rest and how we can grow in times of turbulence and be kinder to ourselves and to each other.   Links & resources Natalie on LinkedinMessage LabTTT - the poem Natalie mentionsSubscribe to the LLW newsletter  Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

In this solo episode, Chedva offers reflections on personal narratives, brave question-asking an self reflection.   She also explores:  “Coming out” culturally as in between definitions Interviewing other people (or listening to those interviews) as a gateway to understanding yourself Self curation in an era of oversharing Links & resources   Subscribe to the LLW newsletter  Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Episode title: The magic of doing - with Lior Barr   Episode description:  Lior is an educator, a musician, a podcast host and editor and also the editor of Looks Like Work. What’s more interesting is Lior’s journey to being a digital nomad in tandem with his wife and baby, while defining his identity, building a brand new work-from-anywhere business and dealing with a world in upheaval. If you’re thinking about becoming a digital nomad or starting a new side project - this episode is for you.   Links & resources Lior’s website Lior on Facebook and on YoutubeSubscribe to the LLW newsletter  Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Some people are alarmed by getting “no” as an answer, some people are unphased by it, and some people – like Inbal Boussiba – hate it, and yet use it as their fuel. Inbal and I met up (in person! groundbreaking) to discuss the engine at the foundation of her entrepreneurship, both in the fashion world and the social impact world. We also went deep into our feelings following the last year in Israel - the judicial overhaul attempts, the protests to preserve democracy and the current war. So please note, we get political.   Links & resources Belle & SueFEZ StudioThe Lost Treasure (Hebrew)Subscribe to the LLW newsletter  Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Esty Bitton Shushan wasn’t familiar with the term “feminist”, she sat in meetings dedicated to literally erasing women from ads, radio shows and other narratives and had to write op-eds using her first name initials in order to be able to participate in a man’s world - yet she became a feminist icon who’s brought feminism and choice to the lives of many haredi (ultra orthodox Jewish) women in Israel and beyond as the founder of Nivcharot. I sat down with Esty to discuss activism, art, burnout and what the world sees out of the norm (and how it penalizes women for it until it becomes normalized). Released just after Passover, when we celebrate redemption and freedom, this is the episode for you if you’re seeking courage beyond virtual shackles.   Links & resources NivcahrotEsty’s artwork on EtsyEsty’s poetry book (Hebrew)Subscribe to the LLW newsletter  Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

She went from being Married At First Sight’s first wedding officiant to co-found a startup supporting people going through divorce and other life changes. Still, there's a core truth that runs through Jenny’s career - and it has to do with creating and maintaining systems, taking care of people but also challenging and questioning authority.  In a conversation that could have happened in our IG DMs, we discuss Russian and heartbreak, showing up in the way that you can, and taking a moment to think about things before providing an immediate response.    Links & resources Fresh Starts Registry, Jenny’s companyA Fresh Story - Olivia and Jenny’s podcastSubscribe to the LLW newsletter    Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Coaching, guiding and managing alongside startup founders and investors doesn’t sound like a particularly relaxing or slow-paced lifestyle. And yet Rotem Kazir has managed to find her own rhythm within the mayhem - and she’s now coaching founders and investors to take a beat and listen for their pulse, too. We talked about Rotem’s journey in HR, tech and coaching, discovering the mind-body connection as it translates to the hectic entrepreneur’s life and how this all reflects in times of crisis and war.   Links & resources: Rotem’s Linkedin Subscribe to the LLW newsletter   Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Episode description:  It takes a special kind of courage to gain the professional validation you’ve been looking for your entire career - and then be willing to put it aside in order to restructure your work life to actually work for you. Sivan did just that, and in that, found how silencing distraction is helping her achieve what really matters to her. We discussed clarity and liminal spaces, selfishness and entitlement (are they really that awful?), asking questions and so much more. This one's for you if you’ve been thinking about boundaries lately, or if you’re interested in an open and honest conversation.   Links & resources: Sivan’s Linkedin Millennials in Tech - Sivan’s podcastSubscribe to the LLW newsletter   Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

How do I describe this episode? I can only say I hope every Looks Like Work episode will reach the depth, vulnerability and exploration that I’ve experienced in my conversation with Yakir. Dr. Yakir Englander is the Senior Director of Leadership at the Israeli American Council, a lecturer at the HAR rabbinical school in NY and a Fullbright scholar. He’s also a dear relative and a constant seeker. In our conversation we cover how it is to be a bridge, to get comfortable with questions and with the in-between and link between worlds of experience, knowledge and faith - and how it all connects to our work in life. I hope you’ll take time to sit with this episode and that it will stir or echo something within you.    Links & resources: Yakir’s emailIAC GvanimSubscribe to the LLW newsletter   Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Welcome back to Looks Like Work! To kick off season 2, I sat down with Olivia Dreizen Howell, Co-founder and CEO for a frank and vulnerable conversation about fresh starts… meaning, my own fresh start. Olivia, who was a guest on LLW last season, came to play host and interviewed me about what I learned from my divorce, what it’s like to lose your voice and gain it back and what to expect for season 2 of LLW. I hope you’ll find truth and value in our conversation, and maybe also giggle with us once or twice. Links & resources: Olivia’s episode on season 1Fresh Starts Registry, Olivia’s companyA Fresh Story - Olivia and Jenny’s podcastSimple Script to Support Your PeopleSubscribe to the LLW newsletter   Please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the LLW newsletter for more updates from Chedva!

Working from home wasn’t always as prevalent as it is now. Today, I’m joined by Dr. Frieda Wiley and we discuss the ins and outs of working outside of a traditional office. Whether you’re a work-from-home veteran or you’re new to the experience, this episode has something to help you thrive and, hopefully, feel understood. Dr. Frieda is a licensed pharmacist-turned-freelance medical writer, consultant, and entrepreneur who has worked from home for more than a decade. Her personal struggles with physical and mental health inspired her to also become the author of her book Telecommuting Psychosis: From Surviving to Thriving While Working in Your Pajama Pants. Her writing can also be found in publications such as O, The Oprah Magazine, US News & World Report, Merck, and the National Institutes of Health. In this episode, we discuss: What it was like working from home before it was popular Finding routine as a work from home employeeSetting clear boundaries and being an advocate for yourselfThe beauty of compassion in work from home situationsDeveloping strategies to showcase your work when you’re not in the office If you enjoy our conversation, please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the Looks Like Work newsletter for more updates! Links: Visit Dr. Frieda’s WebsiteOrder Dr. Frieda’s Book Telecommuting PsychosisFollow Dr. Frieda on LinkedIn Try Dr. Frieda’s Favorite Planning App, Toggl

We’ve all heard phrases like “change your mindset, change your life,” but if you’ve tried it you know it’s easier said than done. Today, I’m joined by Christina Langdon, Founder & CEO of Christina Langdon High Performance Coaching & Consulting. Together, we discuss the power of changing your mindset, and Christina shares some of her favorite best practices.   Christina is a passionate entrepreneur, mentor, and coach. After 30 years running sales and marketing teams at big-name media brands including Martha Stewart Living and Fast Company, she now helps leaders and businesses achieve more than they thought possible. She is known for building great brands and strengthening and sharpening teams and talent.   In this conversation, we explore– The unsustainable nature of the hustleLeading yourself firstGetting off the hamster wheelThe importance of being in touch with your feelings (preferably before you get sick)Noticing where we’re giving away our powerThe meditative power of a simple walk   If you enjoy our conversation, please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the Looks Like Work newsletter for more updates!   Links: Visit Christina’s WebsiteFollow Christina on InstagramFind Christina on LinkedInJoin Christina’s NewsletterRead this Ira Glass quoteOrder The Gap and The Gain by Dan Sullivan

Not everyone knows exactly what career they want. For many, it’s a journey of scrappiness and learning as you go. This week, I’m joined by Yaniv Rivlin, the founding CEO of Bird, an e-scooter ride share service. He is also the best selling author of Life as a Startup. In this conversation, we explore– Building the portfolio of lifeHow ghostwriting my be cheaper than therapyOutsourcing your weaknesses and playing to your strengthsFinding balance and management between the “weeds” and the visionHow everything is complicated and easy simultaneouslyTaking time between hustles If you enjoy our conversation, please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the Looks Like Work newsletter for more updates!   Links: Follow Yaniv on Instagram @yaniv.rivlinCheckout BirdOrder Life as a Startup

Manifesting isn’t always a magical, stylish experience. Sometimes, it’s as simple as showing up as your authentic self and screaming into the void in your bathrobe.  Today, I’m joined by TikTok and Instagram favorite, Anna Przybylski. She is a well-loved content creator who helps people be kinder to themselves, deal with burnout, and be the directors of chaos in their lives. Join in to hear us discuss: Managing guilt around productivity and delegationEmotional barriers as a generational concern when considering posting contentHolidays and the stress (and sometimes tears) they bring for manyTurning sad and tired into a nicheNormalizing a variety of feelings and letting them all be feltBurnout and accepting that you can’t force it to be over   If you enjoy our conversation, please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the Looks Like Work newsletter for more updates!   Links: Visit Anna’s WebsiteFollow Anna on InstagramFollow Anna on TikTokBuy Anna’s Merch!

Looks Like Work is back! In this solo episode, Chedva offers reflections on celebration & self-forgiveness, brings awareness to National Women’s Small Business month, and continues our conversation about anti-ambition.    She also explores:  Her history with ambition and proving herself to naysayers Living for your children vs. living for your parents and ancestors Hamilton and being “young, scrappy, and hungry” like your country Critiquing the lie of “effortlessness”   If you enjoy our conversation, please subscribe, rate & review the podcast wherever you listen. And subscribe to the Looks Like Work newsletter for more updates! Links: More episodes of Look Like Work for you:Being radically generous - with Amelia HrubyThere’s another way - career journeys & map-making with Anne DitmeyerIs it the age of anti-ambition or are we all simply exhausted? What Comes After Ambition? -ElleThinking Through the Calendar - Culture StudyA Productive Person: the link between productivity and self-worth and how to break it - Kaur SpaceWhen Your Past Inhibits Progress - Cup of Ambition