For many people outside the Middle East the Israel Defence Force (IDF) is just the name of Israel’s army, that they hear on the TV News. But the IDF is a very different army to those of other western countries. Whilst other armies have permanent troops, Israel has an army that is staffed by people like Noam Markose. As well as being an officer in the IDF, Noam is also a company director and a father of four.

Most people talk about having a work life balance, but IDF members must balance work and life and military service.

In this episode of the Abecederwork life balance podcast Rest and Recreation Noam explains to host Michael Millward the IDF recruitment process, and what drives most Israelis to actively participate, despite the disruption to, families, careers, and the obvious dangers.

Noam explains what happened after the October 2023 attack on Israel, how hundreds of thousands of reservists were immediately called up; how he managed being in a military environment just a short drive from his family home; the impact on his young family and how he managed returning to civilian work.

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Travel

Noam is based in Jerusalem in Israel. Members of The Ultimate Travel Club travel Israel and everywhere else at trade prices. Use our offer code ABEC79 to receive a discount on club membership.

Visit Abecederfor more information about Michael Millward, and Noam Markose.

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Being a Guest

If you would like to be a guest on Rest and Recreation, please contact Abeceder.

We recommend that potential guests take one of the podcasting guest training programmes available from Work Place Learning Centre.

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Thank you to you for listening.

Everyone has a book in them. For some people it is a novel, but for an increasing number of professionals it is a non-fiction book. It is not just independent professional consultants, increasing numbers of in-house professionals are writing a book.

Whilst the idea may sound very appealing, the reality is far from easy. The list of challenges that must be addressed before the presses start rolling is extensive.

Andrea Glass is a Book Coach who aims to support first time non fiction authors to overcome those challenges.

In this interesting episode of Rest and Recreation Andrea explains to host Michael Millward the processes that have helped her support over 200 first time authors.

Amongst the useful hints and tips Andrea explains her C.O.D.E. model that keeps authors focused.

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Gifts From Andrea Glass - If you would like to discuss the book that you have inside you with Andrea, please visit her website to book a free 15 minute conversation.

My Fabulous First Book: A Workbook helps first-time nonfiction authors get prepared to write a fabulous first book.

Travel - Andrea is based in San Diego. If you would like to visit California book your travel at The Ultimate Travel Club, It’s where you will get trade prices on flights, hotels, and package holidays.

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You can find out more about both Michael Millward, and Andrea Glass at Abeceder.co.uk .

Being a Guest - be a guest on Rest and Recreation, contact us using the link at Abeceder.co.uk. We recommend that potential guests take one of the podcasting guest training programmes available from Work Place Learning Centre.

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If you have liked this episode of Rest and Recreation, please give it a like and download it. To make sure you do not miss future editions please subscribe.

Remember, the aim of all the podcasts produced by Abeceder is not to tell you what to think, but we do hope to make you think!

Thank you to you for listening.

Paul Tyer was a hobby modeller who turned a hobby into a living when he founded Peedie Models. He now lives in Orkney.

In this episode of Rest and Recreation Paul explains to Michael Millward the managing director of Abeceder and host of Rest and Recreation how he became a professional modeller.

They discuss how other people can get involved.

For more information about Paul Tyer and Peedie Models please visit his website.

If you would like to podcasting, use Zencastr. Visit their website, and use my offer code RANDR.

If you are interested in visiting the Orkney Islands the best way to arrange your travel is to become a member of The Ultimate Travel Club. Use the offer code ABEC79 for a discount on membership of The Ultimate Travel Club

Proactive Positive Ageing.

It is always a good idea to know the risks early so that you can take appropriate actions to maintain good health, that is why we recommend The Annual Health Test from York Test.

York Test provides an Annual Health Test. An experienced phlebotomist will complete a full blood draw at your home or workplace. Hospital standard tests covering 39 different health markers are carried out in a UKAS-accredited and CQC-compliant laboratory.

A Personal Wellness Hub gives access your easy-to-understand results and guidance to help you make effective lifestyle changes anytime via your secure, personal Wellness Hub account.

Visit York Test https://www.yorktest.com/and use this discount code ABECEDER2.

Rest and Recreation is made on Zencastr, because Zencastr is the all-in-one podcasting platform, that really does make creating content so easy.

If you would like to try podcasting using Zencastr visit zencastr.com/pricing and use our offer code ABECEDER.