Gilded

Break Free from the Trap of Ambition“I highly recommend Keren Eldad’s new book, GILDED, which comes at a time when many people are struggling with the strictures of ambition and perfectionism. Keren’s approach gives readers the power to break free from the trance of pursuing ‘more’ and celebrate the present moment.” ––  Gay Hendricks, NYT bestselling author of The Big Leap

GILDED by Keren Eldad is the go-to guide for overachievers and high performers who feel trapped in the endless cycle of chasing success. If you're ready to break free from perfectionism anxiety and discover true fulfillment, this book will guide you toward a life of authenticity and freedom.

Are you an overachiever who feels unfulfilled despite your success? For those driven by ambition, perfectionism, and a relentless pursuit of more, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. In GILDED, Keren Eldad explores why so many high performers—whether C-suite executives or go-getters—feel trapped by the very success they sought, finding themselves unfulfilled despite outward achievements.

Do you want to break free from the pressure of always needing more? If you’re tired of perfectionism anxiety and constantly moving the goalposts of success, GILDED offers a fresh perspective. Drawing from executive coaching and personal experiences, Eldad provides practical strategies to help you step out of the gilded cage, stop chasing hollow victories, and start living a life of genuine abundance and fulfillment.

Inside, you’ll find:



Actionable strategies to overcome perfectionism anxiety and embrace self-reflection for lasting personal growth.
Practical insights for high performers and leaders who seek purpose beyond external success.
Tools from executive coaching designed to help you redefine your ambitions and live authentically.


If you liked other leadership development books such as The Coaching Habit, High Performance Habits, or Why Smart, Creative and Highly Sensitive People Hurt, you’ll love GILDED.