Nov 16 2023 131 mins
Meet Kfir Levy, the co-founder of Habitas Hotel Group. Kfir shares his belief in prioritizing happiness and why it is an important value to instill in not just his children, but people all over the world. He emphasizes that happiness is internal and a choice, and wishes he had learned these lessons at a younger age. Kafir's goal is to empower his children to understand the value and meaning of happiness, and he believes it would have made life even more enjoyable for him.
If you're seeking inspiration, if you're curious about reshaping your own path, or if you simply believe in the power of impact-driven businesses, this episode is a must-listen.
Link: https://ourhabitas.com/
Time Stamps
[00:01:02] The meaning of happiness.
[00:04:02] Happiness and Achievement.
[00:08:13] Pursuing happiness effortlessly.
[00:11:13] Taking Responsibility and Empowerment.
[00:14:18] Fulfillment and happiness.
[00:18:00] Pursuing personal happiness and purpose.
[00:21:13] The importance of happiness.
[00:26:36] Profound experience at Burning Man.
[00:29:13] Dancing and kissing at Burning Man.
[00:33:43] Effortless effort.
[00:36:39] Effortlessness and achieving mastery.
[00:41:31] Happy and successful individuals.
[00:44:41] Context and acknowledging privilege.
[00:48:06] Happiness and choice.
[00:52:23] Passion vs obsession
[00:55:14] Passion vs. obsession
[00:59:29] Relationships in the hospitality industry.
[01:03:00] Keeping a small network.
[01:07:49] Fuel for personal growth.
[01:10:23] Finite number of real relationships.
[01:13:43] Maintaining relationships without a target.
[01:16:56] Experience is luxury.
[01:22:50] Commitment to showing up.
[01:23:57] Trust in the experience.
[01:28:18] Hiring for values and purpose.
[01:32:59] Emotional salary and motivation.
[01:37:07] Putting emphasis on onboarding.
[01:39:05] Maintaining culture at scale.
[01:44:29] Taking it around the world.
[01:50:09] A life changed by opportunity.
[01:52:25] Creating jobs, changing lives.
[01:56:33] Building transformational spaces.
[01:58:39] Context behind creating a business.
[02:02:19] Sustainable and regenerative practices.
[02:07:23] Empathy for our planet.
[02:09:03] Emotional empathy and business frameworks.