by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Mar 8, 2025 | blog, Career Advice
With more widespread use of AI seeming like an entrenched pattern in many industries and workplaces, is a university degree still worthwhile? Given the sheer cost, it’s reasonable to question and re-evaluate the value of a traditional university degree. The job market...
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Dec 14, 2024 | blog, Career Advice
The dread of potential downsizing looms over many workplaces, particularly in volatile times. Whether driven by economic downturns, technological changes, or strategic shifts, organizations may need to reduce their workforce to survive while remaining operational....
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Aug 17, 2024 | blog, Career Advice, Mental Health
Professional setbacks and disappointments are an inevitable part of any career journey. Setbacks come in various forms, whether it’s missing out on a promotion, being laid off, dealing with the fallout associated with a failed project, or enduring systemic...
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Jul 13, 2024 | blog, Career Advice, Hiring Staff & HR
During a recent chat with some new university graduates, we discussed the function of a Human Resources (HR) department. In the midst of that casual conversation, it occurred to me from their comments that while I have 20+ years of understanding of what goes on in the...
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Jun 29, 2024 | blog, Bullying & Harassment , Career Advice, Workplace Culture
A “frenemy” (a blend of “friend” and “enemy”) refers to someone who pretends to be a friend but actually harbours feelings of resentment, jealousy, or rivalry toward you. On the surface, frenemies might appear supportive and...
