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Choosing Excellence over Mediocrity
Recently, I had the honor of speaking to over 50+ bright students at a prestigious university in Turkey. Amidst their insightful queries...

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Mar 25, 20244 min read


The Career Kaleidoscope & the Art of Portfolio Diversification (a.k.a. Musings on Portfolio Careers)
My upbringing was in a household that lived and breathed the virtues of a stable job, consistency, and diligent work - principles deeply...

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Dec 14, 20238 min read


Roots and Routes: Musings on the Concept of 'Home'
I've been thinking a lot about the concept of 'home' and what it signifies, as of late. A Turkish language podcast called 'Bir Gidene...

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Nov 19, 20237 min read


Embracing the Learning Rollercoaster: From Frustration to Mastery
Picture this: You're eager to learn, but feel like you're hitting a wall. Growth? Yes, please—but oh, the dread of starting from scratch....

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Nov 2, 20237 min read


The Asshole Genius: Exploring the Myth of the Artistic Temperament
Good (and appropriate) song to listen to while reading this article I recently joined a book club, which was a new experience for me....

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Sep 10, 20235 min read


The Go-Go-Go Mindset and Productivity Anxiety
I am writing these lines from a lovely spot in Copenhagen - 20G Cafe, where I paused to take a little break, enjoy a delicious breakfast,...

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
May 22, 20236 min read


What to Look for in a Child Care Center
Last week, I wrote about how to receive feedback triggered by a child care center’s refusal to receive and engage with parental feedback...

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Apr 11, 202311 min read


Pizza or Pasta? How to Turn Constructive Customer Feedback into an Opportunity to Grow and Thrive
Recently, I noticed some red flags at my daughter’s childcare center - more of some of the worrisome signs that had already presented...

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Apr 2, 20239 min read


Harese and Ambition: How much is too much?
The camel, a strong animal who can walk in the desert for days without food, water or rest has a weak spot for a particular desert...

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Feb 11, 20237 min read


What’s in a job? Work and Identity Dynamics
Career enmeshment is where the lines between people's personal and professional lives become blurred.

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Feb 4, 20239 min read


Tips for Navigating Air Travel with Small Kids
We just got back from a three week holiday where the 4 of us (including a 5 year old and a 9 month old) took 4 flights, changed time...

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Jan 13, 202314 min read


New Year, Same You: Thoughts on the Growth Mindset
Do you also notice that at the start of every year, there is an abundance of ambition and zeal in people all around the world?

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Jan 3, 20237 min read


The Art of Curiosity: The Case for George, Melahat, and the Cat
My daughter woke up from a nightmare the other night and called me over. When I asked what had scared her, she said “Mommy, I had a bad drea

Merve Kagitci Hokamp
Dec 9, 202210 min read
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