The Doctor's Den

What does it take to turn a creative job hunt into a thriving operations career—and how do you stay resilient when life throws you a curveball? Join David Leitner as he uncovers the lessons Gila Bublick learned on her journey from posting “hire me” flyers around Tel Aviv to managing operations at high-growth startups—and how surviving a stroke reshaped her approach to work and life. Key Questions...

What does it take to craft content for global brands, juggle freelance life on your own terms, and still stay true to your values? In this episode, host Dr. D. sits down with veteran content strategist Chaviva Gordon-Bennett to unpack the curiosity-driven career that’s taken her from newsrooms to Silicon Valley—and everywhere in between. Key Questions Explored in the Episode How can relentless cur...

What does it take to pivot from a career in academia to thriving in tech in Israel?  Dr. Yael Schuster-Davidi joins us to share her inspiring and practical journey, full of resilience, adaptability, and self-discovery. Key Questions Explored in the Episode: How do you successfully transition from academia to the tech industry? What skills are most transferable between such different career paths?...

What does it take to build a business rooted in authenticity, persistence, and faith? In this inspiring episode of The Doctor’s Den , we sit down with Malya Feivelson, founder of The Malya Cam and Trade Show Marketing Company (TMC). From starting in radio to leading trade show strategy for top clients, Malya’s story is a testament to growth through humble beginnings, embracing your unique path, an...

In this episode of The Doctor's Den, we sit down with Haggai Klorman-Eraqi, CEO of Aggaeus Group, as he shares his entrepreneurial journey—starting from selling Coke at summer camp to leading ventures in finance, oil and gas, and AI. Haggai reveals key lessons in leadership, strategic thinking, and resilience, while offering fascinating personal anecdotes, including his triumph as Israel’s D&a...

What does it take to scale a startup successfully? How can personal challenges become strengths in leadership? David sits down with Shmuli Goldberg, Chief Marketing Officer at VinciWorks, to explore the transformation of industries through technology, the future of AI in marketing, and the art of building effective teams. Shmuli shares his journey leading marketing teams in Israeli startups, offer...

Episode Overview: Scaling a business can be chaotic, but it doesn't have to be. In this episode, we discuss how to scale smarter by managing change effectively. We explore the importance of adapting your values, communicating transparently, fostering collaboration, and balancing short-term goals with long-term vision. We also delve into the concept of strategic followership and how it can help kee...

In this insightful discussion, Dr. David Leitner explores some of the essential elements of fostering a followership-friendly culture within organizations to ensure better alignment with strategic goals. A crucial aspect of this approach is the concept of commander's intent, which bridges the gap between leaders and followers by emphasizing collaboration and empowerment. As Dr. D puts it, "When cu...

Join Dr. D. Leitner in a thought-provoking conversation with Akiva Harow, a reserve casualty officer, as they delve into the importance of making meaningful connections in clinical social work, reflections on military service, and providing support to families of fallen soldiers and wounded warriors. Discover the impactful role of casualty officers in the Israeli Defense Forces and gain insights i...

Introduction: In this video, Dr. David Leitner provides a comprehensive overview of effective succession planning for organizations. He outlines the importance of identifying and developing both strong leaders and strategic followers to ensure smooth leadership transitions. Main Discussion Points: Succession planning goes beyond just filling vacant roles - it's about preparing future leaders to ca...

In this episode of The Doctor's Den , Uri Eisner joins us to share his extensive experience in sales leadership and development. With over 20 years of experience leading inside sales teams and driving global sales strategies, Uri offers invaluable insights into adapting to changes in digital marketing, bridging the gap between sales and marketing, and navigating leadership in multicultural environ...

Introduction: This is a podcast by Dr. David Leitner focused on building a culture of trust and accountability in organizations to counter leadership bias and create empowered teams. He provides a framework centered around establishing mutual expectations, transparent communication, and a question-and-answer culture. Main Discussion Points: Trust as the foundation for healthy organizations that al...

Episode Description: In this episode, we dive deep into Racheli Bergfeld's inspiring journey as Head of PPC at Wadi Digital. Racheli shares how being authentic paved the way to becoming a leader in the world of digital marketing. Discussion Points: ● Racheli's journey from psychology to digital marketing ● How early experiences in lead generation influenced her career ● The significance of teamwor...

ShowNotes: Are you an experienced professional facing the challenges of working with younger HR and managers? In this episode, we dive into the complexities of age dynamics in the workplace and share actionable strategies to help you navigate these interactions successfully. Key Questions Explored in the Episode: How can older professionals present their value without coming across as egotistical?...

Are you ready to explore the dynamics of leadership and followership in the ever-changing tech industry? In this episode of the Doctor's Den, David welcomes Eddy Resnick, a seasoned veteran in the high-tech industry, to discuss the intricacies of aging in tech, collaborating with younger managers, and the complex nature of followership. Discover how transitioning from team member to team leade...

Join Dr. D. Leitner and Hillel Davis of Trusted House Realtors in a thought-provoking conversation as they delve into the challenges of transitioning from leadership to management roles in the business world. Gain valuable insights on the importance of trust, relationship building, and prioritizing management skills alongside leadership skills for sustainable growth. Discover how to enhance your s...

In this episode of The Doctor's Den we learn from Mitch Mandel, a marathon runner and enterprise sales executive, sharing lessons on personal health, sales, leadership, and setting ambitious goals. Mitch describes his journey getting into tech sales without meeting typical criteria, through persistence and personal connections. He emphasizes listening to prospects, building trust, and providin...

In this episode of The Doctor's Den, Dr. D. Leitner interviews Aaron Kalman, Chief of Staff at Lightricks. They discuss Aaron's personal journey, his professional growth, and how he is applying politics, strategy, and leadership in his roles. Aaron Kalman shares his professional journey that spans various sectors, including journalism, working as an emissary for the Jewish Agency, public s...

Join Dr. D. Leitner as he sits down with Miriam Weiss, a senior technical writer at Red Hat and close friend, to delve into the fascinating world of neurodiversity, inclusion, and how Miriam is trying to make her industry more accessible to people with ADHD. In this candid conversation, Miriam shares her personal journey from studying English Literature to finding her calling as a senior technical...

Max Saltzman is a Customer Success specialist with years of experience. He is highly organized, out-of-the-box, analytical thinker who takes independent action in support of his colleagues, company and customers. In this episode of The Doctor's Den we deep dive into how Max got to Customer Success and how he utilized his exemplary followership to help build several customer success teams witho...

Naomi Fein is the Director of Business Operations at the Jewish Federation of Greater Washington. With over 10 years experience working for Jewish Federations, Naomi brings a unique perspective about the inner workings of Jewish philanthropic groups. And she presents interesting take on the nature of the Jewish community in the diaspora. As part of that she discussed the conflict of personal belie...

Robbie Strazynski shares his story, from an MA in English Linguistics through his work as an employee in the online gaming industry and the random decision to start a site called Cardplayer Lifestyle as a “nights and weekends” side gig to taking the leap to self-employment. He shares life lessons from his time and travels working in poker media.   Along the way he teaches us about how to meas...

Jeff Yeger, VP Customer Success at Peerspot, teaches us all about his perspective on Customer Success. He takes us on a deep dive into the ideational hierarchy of CS and what he has learned from his failures and successes. Along the way he opens up about his struggles separating his sense of self worth from his work and how he sees himself moving between leadership and management. He also suggests...

Ro Oranim takes us on a storytelling adventure from escaping the world of national politics, to helping people fulfill their dreams, to telling stories for the dead. Along the way she shares lessons on self-care and the need to actively safeguard mental health. And she shares the very personal story of her struggles with In-Vitro Fertilization during the Corona pandemic. She also teaches us a litt...

David "Dr. D." Leitner interviews Simone Somekh about his personal and professional journey. Along the way they discuss why Simone chose to continue his studies with an MA in Journalism after graduation, how he transitioned into Content Marketing, the worth of money, and some skills that are important for working with a team. They also touch on how Simone is engaging leadership, strategy, and poli...