by Susan McGarvie | Oct 10, 2016 | Research, Uncategorized
Part-time post-grad research degrees are known to be tough and the attrition rate is well documented. Mostly this is due to the emotionally demanding and isolated nature of the experience. Knowing that the process is emotionally taxing may not be helpful in itself,...
by Susan McGarvie | Sep 29, 2016 | Mindfulness, Uncategorized
I recently read a fabulous article about business networking – 7 habits of highly effective networkers – which reminded me of the value of an effective networking strategy. Most of us know that networking is an essential part of building a business and a...
by Susan McGarvie | Aug 22, 2016 | Mindfulness, Uncategorized, Wellness
What is Mindful Communication? The topic of communication is vast and complex with a myriad of interweaved nuances. It is also the foundation of connection and relationships which means that in order to thrive; we need to learn to master the art and skill of effective...
by Susan McGarvie | May 25, 2016 | Research, Uncategorized
We tend to think of part-time, post-grad research as a personal development process and in many cases it is just that. Professionals who want to transition into academia or build their CV, and in that light; the fact that less than a third will finish and if they do...
by Susan McGarvie | May 20, 2016 | Mindfulness, Uncategorized, Wellness
We think of alchemy as an ancient mystical process of turning lead and other metals into gold, but alchemy is purely the process of transformation. Of taking something seemingly worthless and transforming it into something rich and valuable. The evolutionary process...
by Susan McGarvie | May 20, 2016 | Research, Uncategorized, Wellness
Do you feel stuck in your career, relationships, spirituality, emotional development or your life in general? Do you feel like you’ve tried every kind of help that there is out there from mainstream to way, way out there? Have you thought of working with a coach? You...
