by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Aug 11, 2018 | blog, Bullying & Harassment , Career Advice, Mental Health, Workplace Culture
Have you ever called in sick because you actually felt sick at the thought of going to work? Let’s face it, while the overdue conversation about mental health has finally started, there is still no easy way to call work and say what you really need is a mental health...
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Jan 3, 2017 | blog, Bullying & Harassment , Career Advice, Leaders & Executives , Workplace Culture
What if I told you a job isn’t just a job? It’s an integral part of your existence, one that can influence your fulfillment and security. So what do you do if your job feels like a monotonous trap … or worse, like an abusive relationship? This is an environment you...
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Dec 28, 2016 | blog, Career Advice, Diversity & Inclusion, Mental Health, Workplace Culture
All your life you’ve been viewed as an ‘able-bodied’ person. You don’t worry about navigating the world in terms of accessible spaces, ramps leading to public buildings, or being aware of laws like the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). So far you’ve been fortunate...
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Dec 17, 2016 | blog, Career Advice, Mature Professionals
What Just Happened? It has happened, the unthinkable … you at the age of what was assumed to be your approaching golden years are now golden tears. You won’t be spending time with your grandchildren and or booking tropical vacations, no, now your time is spent...
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Dec 8, 2015 | blog, Bullying & Harassment , Mental Health, Workplace Culture
How Big is This Issue? According to Health Canada, mental health problems are a leading cause of disability in Canada. In 2008, the Institute of Health Economics reported that during any given week approximately 500,000 employed Canadians are unable to work due to...
