Episode X: Permission Vs. Forgiveness
The popular saying, “It’s easier to get forgiveness than permission” would be a great motto for the state of Israel. In fact, Israel’s first prime minister, David Ben Gurion was quoted as saying “If your expert tells you that you can’t do something, find a new expert.” While almost insubordinate to some, this is the core of Israeli innovation. It’s the ability to look from a different perspective and think outside the box. It’s the belief that nothing is impossible. It’s how