Advice column for small businesses and people in process making decisions about career choices and progress.
Ofosu: What is “Quiet Quitting”?
What exactly is “Quiet Quitting”? by Dr. Helen Ofosu The term “quiet quitting” seems to dominate social media in recent days. TikTok for instance has over 90 million videos tagged…
Is “quiet firing” the new norm?
By Helen Ofosu Do you feel unfairly targeted with criticism by your boss, even if you have been putting in your best on the job? You are definitely not alone….
Helen Ofosu: Do you only work for the money?
Is money the only thing that motivates you to work? by Dr. Helen Ofosu A recent survey by Price Waterhouse Cooper shows that a significant number of skilled workers plan…
Helen Ofosu: Preparing for an interview
An interview requires extensive preparation. Then the pivotal question: “Why should we hire you? Why do you think you’re the best candidate for this job?” How you respond could make…
Ofosu: Interviewing for a new job
Although today’s job market is largely employee-driven, anyone planning to change jobs needs to heed these red flags as they prepare for that important job interview. Click on the link…
Ofosu: BIPOC mentorship program
Need for BIPOC mentorship program by Dr. Helen Ofosu BIPOC (Black Indigenous and People of colour) is currently trending and now many organizations are planning mentorship programs for this demographic…
Ofosu: Barriers to returning to work
After two years of pandemic lockdown, many people are now yearning to return to their physical offices; whether they live in a smaller home to be closer to work, or…
Ofosu: Changing jobs during the pandemic
by Helen Ofosu The covic 19 pandemic has caused many workers to re-evaluate their careers and the impact on their lives. Under normal circumstances, employee turnover is a fact of…
Ofosu: Public Service Racism
Systemic Racism and the Public Service: Moving the Dial Forward Anti-Racism director, Seyi Okuribido-Malcolm recently, spoke at Anti-Racism Event Series: Systemic Racism and the Public Service – Moving the Dial Forward….
Employment transition during pandemic Part 1
You may be one of those people forced to make a job change or career transition as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. and how it will impact your career….