Your first name of Ilana creates a friendly, sociable, charming nature, but causes you to be too easily influenced by others. You could be drawn into a position of public service, where your straightforward advice could help others overcome challenging moments. Your name does not allow you to express your thoughts as tactfully as you would like. You prefer situations that allow a degree of independence, but are reluctant to take on a demanding work-load or responsibility. You relish being made a fuss of, yet you find it difficult to express your appreciation and to reciprocate with words of endearment and expressions of affection. You are not overly systematic and thorough, and do not enjoy handling monotonous tasks or detailed bookwork. You have difficulty in accepting advice or being told what to do. You find difficulty in coming to decisions. When asked, you are able to give others good advice that you would probably not follow yourself, but must guard against being too opinionated in controversial matters. In a position dealing with the public, you could do well because of your friendly personality, interest in people, and desire to please.