by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Sep 7, 2024 | blog, Diversity & Inclusion, Mental Health, Workplace Culture
By now, you’re probably familiar with the term “microaggressions,” those subtle yet hurtful digs or assumptions directed at members of traditionally marginalized groups. They creep into some of our daily interactions, regardless of our background or job level,...
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...
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Jun 15, 2024 | blog, Career Advice, Mental Health, Workplace Culture
The Cons of Policies Physical Return-to-Work In my last post, More Post-Pandemic Return-to-Office Mandates? (Part One) I talked about some positives of a physical return-to-work (or reduced remote work). In the blog, I’ll look at some of the trickier aspects and why...
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Jun 1, 2024 | blog, Career Advice, Mental Health, Workplace Culture
Once buzzing with life, the modern office is often quieter in today’s post-pandemic world – despite return-to-office mandates, the threat of these mandates, or hybrid work. With many employees still working remotely or hybrid, desks remain vacant. Some...
by Dr. Helen Ofosu | Apr 6, 2024 | blog, Career Advice, Workplace Culture
In the ever-evolving landscape of work, the seismic shift toward hybrid and remote arrangements has sparked a multitude of discussions and debates. One hotly debated topic revolves around the impact of these flexible work structures on women’s ambition. Are these...
