Dr Michael Minden
Dr. Michael Minden is an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist with over twenty-five years of experience involved in work-related issues. He provides psychological assessment, coaching, counselling and development services to aid in hiring, promotional decisions, and individual and organizational development, to a broad spectrum of clients in the financial, manufacturing, pharmaceutical, media, packaged-goods, high-tech and hospitality sectors. He […]
Using Fitness to Reduce Work Stress
Work can be extremely stressful. Today, we’ll discuss how people can use exercise as an outlet to relieve their stress. When it comes to fitness, there are hundreds of trends that come and go. Rather than looking at what’s popular today, consider what you’d like to accomplish instead. Jumping into the latest fad isn’t always […]
Personal Motivation
Instigating Self Improvement As humans, we put a lot of pressure on ourselves – to achieve more, perform better and live healthier. Setting goals for self-improvement in one domain of our lives can actually significantly improve our performance in other areas, and achieving those goals doesn’t have to be an arduous task. Set Feasible Goals […]
Tips to Reduce Work Stress
We’ve all been there. Mistakes have been made, you feel like you have too much on your plate, and you simply cannot see the light at the end of the tunnel. How do you get out of this funk? Is there a set of steps, or maybe even a mindset that can help you do […]
You Finally Got the Promotion, Now What?
Transitioning into a leadership role will undoubtedly come with its fair share of obstacles. This is what you worked so hard for but now you begin to think; will my peers accept me in a managerial position? Will people be upset? Will this affect my current relationship and if so, how? We have dealt with this situation […]
Returning to Work after Maternity Leave
For many women, raising a child is a huge milestone and a fundamental source of purpose in life. Inevitably, starting a family will coincide with other facets of life – namely your career. No matter how long your maternity leave is, returning to work might cause some unwanted stress. Here are a few different options […]
Why You Should Ask Questions During an Interview
Asking questions at a job interview is a highly debated subject. Anyone you speak to about the topic most likely has an opinion on it, and today, we are here to argue for asking questions during an interview. Without further ado, here are the top 5 reasons why you should never hesitate to ask questions during an […]
3 Proven Time Management Techniques
Time is limited, and sparsity is a major concern. Not being able to manage your time properly will undoubtedly create stress. When managing your time, you must prioritize what is most important to you. Thankfully there is a multitude of popular techniques that exist that teach people how to maximize their time and be more […]
Top Characteristics for Candidates
The job market is and has always been a competitive space. More and more young adults are graduating with university degrees, let alone MBAs or other graduate certificates. Without further ado, here are the top 6 characteristics that employers are searching for throughout the recruitment process. Communication skills – this is quite easy for the […]
Work Smarter Not Harder (Sort of)
It is a question we have all asked ourselves, how do I maximize my efficiency at work? Here are 5 tips to ensure you are working at your optimal efficiency. Eat well If all you’re eating is fast (processed) food then you can’t expect to feel good and perform well at your job. Make sure […]