Atta Girl • February 12, 2021

How To Recover When Struggling In A Job Interview

Come prepared.

Introvert, Dear • January 12, 2021

What It’s Like Being An Introvert In An Extroverted Family And Culture

Growing up in a “loud” Caribbean family where extroversion was the norm, I was constantly misunderstood for being an introvert.

HuffPost Canada • December 11, 2020

Why People Go Out Of Their Way To Mispronounce My 'Foreign-Sounding' Name

Sometimes it's unintentional. Often, it's not.

POPSUGAR Fitness • November 17, 2020

What Training To Become A Counselor Taught Me About Being Vulnerable

Empathy is a skill that we need to build and nourish in our relationships with others.

University Affairs • October 9, 2020

Intuition Might Be The Key To Finding A Career That Works

Focusing on feel rather than fit can promote greater happiness and engagement.

University Affairs • September 25, 2020

I Shouldn’t Have To Convince You About The Need For Anti-racism In The Academy, But I’ll Try Anyway

Do you know your BIPOC colleagues and students?

HuffPost Canada • July 28, 2020

‘Work Culture’ Is Code For White And Western. So Where Do People Like Me Fit?

Racialized job applicants often contend with hiring practices designed to exclude them.

Thrive Global • June 23, 2020

My Dad Helped Me Unlearn Racial Prejudice Through Understanding And Compassion

His thoughtful approach to discussing race and family relationships made me re-think what I took for granted.

Thrive Global • June 7, 2020

How My Experiences With Racial Prejudice Have Impacted My Life And Career

Certain words and actions have stayed with me and continue to drown out my voice.

Thrive Global • May 26, 2020

Bumping Into A Friend Helped Me See Old Wounds In A New Light

A brief moment outside a pet store reminded me to lead with compassion, even when anger feels like the natural response.

Thrive Global • April 20, 2020

What I Learned From A Career Setback Is Helping Me Through The Current Crisis

Rejections stick with us but they can leave behind a layer of resilience if we let them.

Thrive Global • April 6, 2020

These Simple Strategies Are Helping Me Get Back to What Matters Most

Silence is a powerful tool for looking inward and strengthening our connections with others.

Thrive Global • March 30, 2020

How Our Seniors Are Helping Me Redefine Our New Normal

Our greatest lessons about resilience can be gleaned from our wisest and most vulnerable citizens.

Thrive Global • March 23, 2020

These Small Habits Are Helping Me Stay Positive And Productive

As caution and concern reign supreme, prioritizing joy is essential.

Thrive Global • March 17, 2020

The Need For A Soft Touch In Hard Times

How caretaking is helping me stay grounded during the stress of the coronavirus outbreak.

Thrive Global • March 10, 2020

Removing Roadblocks To Mindful Communication

How workplace jargon prevents us from connecting with each other in a meaningful way.

Thrive Global • March 1, 2020

How I Drew Inspiration From A Remarkable Teacher, Jessica Stovall

Her work in shaping young minds and promoting racial equity, matters to me and many others.

Thrive Global • February 10, 2020

Working As A Researcher Taught Me That Every Story Counts

A conversation with my supervisor gave me a new perspective on the value of words and numbers.

Thrive Global • February 3, 2020

Taking Time At Work To Reset And Recharge

Why lunchtime woes don’t end at the school cafeteria.

University Affairs • January 14, 2020

The Benefits Of Peer-review Publishing Beyond The Tenure-track

We don’t have to convince academics of the merits of publishing – but what about the rest of us?