Tips From TM Alumni

You can find on this page personal tips, articles and podcasts written by or featuring Tzevet Mikey alumni. Each person has a unique experience throughout their service; you can read here about some of those experiences. Click on the title of the article to read.

My Decision To Draft

Daniela, a Lone Soldier from the US takes us through her decision to draft into the IDF taking into account the various pressures and expectations as a female.

The SF Mindset You Need

Not much can be said about the author of this article but much can be said about the important lessons he comes to teach us. Take a look.

13 Tips For Day #1 In The IDF

Ben Bleich drafted in February 2021. Throughout the day he put together a number of tips to ensure a successful first day in the IDF.


Tips For Excelling In Michve Alon

Kayla writes about her experience in the Hebrew Course of Michve Alon and provides a number of tips for success.

IDF Routine After Training

Before drafting, pre-draftees tend to think only as far as finishing training. But that’s only the first few months of your service. Read this insight into the day to day life in the IDF after training.

גיבוש צנחנים – The Full Experience

Avi Opert shares with us the details of his experience at גיבוש צנחנים. Read and learn some tips from Avi’s experience, and have a laugh on the way as well.


My Service

Read here about Sharon’s experience in doing her part to protect and ensure the safety of the state of Israel.

Draft At Age 25

Yuval writes about his unique experience drafting into the IDF at age 25 and the importance of listening to your inner voice.

Should I Draft?

While this author prefers to stay anonymous, he delves into the sensitive issue of the motivations that drive Lone Soldiers from outside of Israel to draft into the IDF.


What Is Michve Alon?

Tamar explains to us what is actually done in Michve Alon, with a number of tips for improving Hebrew and having the best experience possible!

What Is Yom Hameah?

Tamar gives us a rundown on what Yom Hameah looks like, the challenges you’ll face throughout it and a number of tips to ensure that you succeed!

Machal Mechina

Curious about what you’ll be facing in the Machal mechina (pre-army program)? Daniella wrote a comprehensive summary based on her experience!


Alumni Podcasts:

Listen here to Alumni who appear on the podcast of one of our instructors, Sean Haber.

Instructors Katie & Sean speak about the roles of female combat soldiers
Alumni Daniela speaks about her first month in the IDF with Sean
Alumni Ben speaks about his experience preparing for the IDF

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