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[![Woman reading book](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/woman-reading-book-quarantine.jpg?width=900&height=444&name=woman-reading-book-quarantine.jpg)](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/how-do-i-prepare-for-self-isolation) 2 min read #### [How Do I Prepare For Self-Isolation](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/how-do-i-prepare-for-self-isolation) ![Picture of Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/Author%20Pencil.png?width=30&name=Author%20Pencil.png) [Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley:](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/author/dr-bill-howatt-louise-bradley) April 13, 2022 Blog Question: How will I mentally prepare for self-isolation? Many may skip this question because when we think of self-isolating our minds automatically go to physical preparation. Survival basics of food, water and shelter have naturally been the... [Read More](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/how-do-i-prepare-for-self-isolation) [![Athletic woman wearing yogo dear standing on hill with arms outstrecthed](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/mitigating-mental-health-risk.jpg?width=900&height=444&name=mitigating-mental-health-risk.jpg)](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tips-tools-for-mitigating-mental-health-risk-and-promoting-mental-health/) 2 min read #### [Tips & Tools for Mitigating Mental Health Risk and Promoting Mental Health](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tips-tools-for-mitigating-mental-health-risk-and-promoting-mental-health/) ![Picture of Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/Author%20Pencil.png?width=30&name=Author%20Pencil.png) [Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/author/dr-bill-howatt-louise-bradley): January 18, 2022 The Conference Board of Canada, Mental Health Commission of Canada and Workplace Safety & Prevention Services have partnered to share mental health... [Psychological Safety & Wellness](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tag/psychological-safety-wellness) [Read More](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tips-tools-for-mitigating-mental-health-risk-and-promoting-mental-health/) [![Hope written in a heart on a steamy mirror](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/covid19-hope.jpg?width=900&height=444&name=covid19-hope.jpg)](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/leaders-have-the-power-to-instil-hope-during-the-covid-crisis) 6 min read #### [Leaders Have the Power to Instil Hope During the Covid Crisis](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/leaders-have-the-power-to-instil-hope-during-the-covid-crisis) ![Picture of Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/Author%20Pencil.png?width=30&name=Author%20Pencil.png) [Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/author/dr-bill-howatt-louise-bradley): January 18, 2022 The lens through which we see the world influences what we believe is possible. When we’re caught in a pattern of thinking that magnifies... [Culture](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tag/culture) [Read More](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/leaders-have-the-power-to-instil-hope-during-the-covid-crisis) [![Woman standing outside of office windows wearing a non-surgical face mask, latex gloves and holding a clipboard.](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/returning-to-the-workplace.jpg?width=900&height=444&name=returning-to-the-workplace.jpg)](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/worry-about-returning-to-the-workplace) 7 min read #### [Worry about returning to the workplace](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/worry-about-returning-to-the-workplace) ![Picture of Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/Author%20Pencil.png?width=30&name=Author%20Pencil.png) [Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/author/dr-bill-howatt-louise-bradley): January 18, 2022 As employees return to the workplace after being laid off or forced to work at home because of COVID-19 restrictions, many are worried about... [Culture](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tag/culture) [Read More](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/worry-about-returning-to-the-workplace) [![Happy woman sitting in a meeting at a conference table with her colleagues.](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/employees-feel-like-they-belong.jpg?width=900&height=444&name=employees-feel-like-they-belong.jpg)](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/do-your-employees-feel-like-they-belong) 3 min read #### [Do your employees feel like they belong?](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/do-your-employees-feel-like-they-belong) ![Picture of Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/Author%20Pencil.png?width=30&name=Author%20Pencil.png) [Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/author/dr-bill-howatt-louise-bradley): August 20, 2021 If you aren't sure, it may be time to take stock. In a recent Diversity and Inclusion Masterclass hosted by The Change Leadership, panelists looked... [Culture](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tag/culture) [Read More](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/do-your-employees-feel-like-they-belong) [![Indivudual participating on an online web conferece call via laptop. Focus on screen participants.](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/online-meeting%20%281%29.jpg?width=900&height=444&name=online-meeting%20%281%29.jpg)](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/leading-when-covid-becomes-endemic) 4 min read #### [Leading When COVID Becomes Endemic](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/leading-when-covid-becomes-endemic) ![Picture of Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/Author%20Pencil.png?width=30&name=Author%20Pencil.png) [Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/author/dr-bill-howatt-louise-bradley): July 21, 2021 Growing vaccination rates are enabling the world to get back on track and people to be with people again. A weight is lifting, but we're not out of... [Culture](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tag/culture) [Read More](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/leading-when-covid-becomes-endemic) [![](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/efap.jpg?width=900&height=444&name=efap.jpg)](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/employee-family-assistance-program) 3 min read #### [Leaders: Are You Promoting Your Employee & Family Assistance Program?](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/employee-family-assistance-program) ![Picture of Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/Author%20Pencil.png?width=30&name=Author%20Pencil.png) [Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/author/dr-bill-howatt-louise-bradley): April 28, 2021 Imagine approaching a salesperson for assistance with buying a computer, only to be handed a flyer and left to your own devices. You’d likely go... [Psychological Safety & Wellness](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tag/psychological-safety-wellness) [Read More](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/employee-family-assistance-program) [![](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/mental-health-promotion.jpg?width=900&height=444&name=mental-health-promotion.jpg)](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/does-your-leadership-tone-promote-mental-health) 3 min read #### [Does Your Leadership Tone Promote Mental Health?](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/does-your-leadership-tone-promote-mental-health) ![Picture of Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/Author%20Pencil.png?width=30&name=Author%20Pencil.png) [Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/author/dr-bill-howatt-louise-bradley): March 15, 2021 Imagine approaching a salesperson for assistance with buying a computer, only to be handed a flyer and left to your own devices. You’d likely go... [Psychological Safety & Wellness](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tag/psychological-safety-wellness) [Read More](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/does-your-leadership-tone-promote-mental-health) [![Colourful illustration of women from diverse ethnic backgrounds in celebration of internation women's day](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/international-women-day-illustration.png?width=900&height=444&name=international-women-day-illustration.png)](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/women-returning-to-work) 3 min read #### [How employers can help women returning to work](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/women-returning-to-work) ![Picture of Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/Author%20Pencil.png?width=30&name=Author%20Pencil.png) [Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/author/dr-bill-howatt-louise-bradley): March 5, 2021 Over the past few decades, gender equity in the workplace has come a long way. The pay gap has narrowed (albeit not closed all the way), there are... [Diversity and Inclusion](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/tag/diversity-and-inclusion) [Read More](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/women-returning-to-work) [![B&W abstract tree. Branches are in shape of 2 facial profiles. One side with full leaves and the other bare](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/negative-thinking.jpg?width=900&height=444&name=negative-thinking.jpg)](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/what-is-negative-self-talk) 3 min read #### [To effectively lead others begins with managing self: Tips for coping with negative thoughts](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/what-is-negative-self-talk) ![Picture of Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/The%20Trusted%20Leader%20BLOG/Author%20Pencil.png?width=30&name=Author%20Pencil.png) [Dr. Bill Howatt and Louise Bradley](https://engage.wsps.ca/trusted-leader/author/dr-bill-howatt-louise-bradley): January 25, 2021 Leaders have been under enormous pressure over the past nine months. Employees are counting on you in ways they never have before. The reality or... 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