The Myth of “No Great Women Artists”: What Really Lies Behind It Today, I begin by revisiting Linda Nochlin’s influential book “Why Have There Been No Great Women Artists?”, whose latest edition was published in 2022. The rise of the women’s movement, most recently visible during Türkiye’s local elections, prompted me to delve deeper into […]
THE POWER OF TRUST Trust is one of the most fundamental emotions in our lives. Nothing can replace the comfort that comes from feeling secure. At the heart of economic systems, trust lays the groundwork for commerce in social life, enabling people to invest and transact within a solid and dependable framework. In human relationships, […]
WHAT DID IEL GRADUATES ASK HALF A CENTURY LATER? I met up with some high school friends, well, to be precise, they invited me. They had prepared some thought-provoking questions, so I shared my answers. I’ve written them down for you here and included a shortened version of the video as an attachment. QUESTION 1: […]
NAVIGATING THE SHIFT FROM HIGH INFLATION TO A STABILIZING ECONOMIC LANDSCAPE IN OUR COUNTRY This time, I would like to share an interview I conducted with a successful business partner in the electronics and digital sector, highlighting his valuable insights. Mürsel Özçelik and his team have been our trusted partners for many years, beginning with […]
DID WE JUST REVEAL OUR SECRETS? Here is our interview with Mete Buyurgan . When we first began collaborating, he was already a seasoned professional, though not in our industry. Over the years, we’ve worked closely together, sharing many exciting experiences. He stands out as a prime example of someone who fully embraces responsibility, treating […]
Reflecting on the concept of “individuality” and “becoming the best version of oneself,” how did your journey to becoming the person you are today begin 25-30 years ago? What kind of family environment accompanied you along the way? Considering the significance of your decisions, how have these values that make “you” today influenced your […]
ABOUT ME Life is a journey woven with the opportunities presented to us and the challenges we encounter. I believe I need to go back in time a little to properly introduce Mehmet Tütüncü. Due to my late father’s duty, I attended a village primary school in Çanakkale-Bolayır until the 4th grade. I remember […]
Many professionals experience what’s often referred to as a state of “flow.” As Goleman explains, “In a flow state, we become fully immersed in what we’re doing, lose track of time, and reach our highest level of productivity.” Whether it’s a surgeon, a musician, or an athlete, peak performance unfolds during this state of flow. […]
This Forbes-published book presents 12 essential habits grouped under four key themes: will, values, results, and skills. Through engaging storytelling, each habit is brought to life in a well-structured narrative. Every chapter sheds light on a different aspect of how professionals create value in the workplace. The authors—Verne Harnish, Kevin Daum, and Anne Mary Ciminelli—bring […]
ART AND POWER IN THE DIGITAL AGE Let’s dive into the world of art. Recently, we have explored business, travel, political history, and technology. Now it is time to shift our focus back to art. The book we are discussing is “Takedown: Art and Power in the Digital Age” (*) by Farah Nayeri. In her […]
