Michael Best

What Emoji do you use the most?

? is the emoji I use most frequently, I think it’s important to be thankful and show thanks to all the insight and support our networks of friends, family and colleagues are able to offer.

If you could add a word to the dictionary, what would it be and what does it mean?

Beeshbosh – a term of endearment for a loved one, someone you deeply care about, a significant other or partner in your life, that’s able to stand by you through thick and thin

If there were 25 hours in a day, how would you use your extra time?

If there was an extra hour in the day, I would use that additional time to complete more reading and research.  I believe learning and constant growth are two of the most exciting facets of life, and we have so much information at our disposal to facilitate this learning and growth.

What would the title of your autobiography be?

Michael Knows Best

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?

Don’t lose money, referring to the mentality of a sensible investor.  Don’t be frivolous, don’t gamble, and don’t go into an investment with a cavalier attitude that it’s okay to lose.  Be informed and do your homework.

The other don’t take life to seriously, you’ll never get out alive, which just means that life is short enjoy it, and don’t fret the little things.

Why are you passionate about WES for Youth Online?

I am passionate about WES for Youth Online because I understand the value and vital importance the service plays, providing access to mental health counselling for youth in a format that is safe and easily utilized by them.  I like others have dealt with my own mental health challenges and see how critical it is to have a service that allows easy access, confidentiality and helps to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health for a next risk demographic.