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Why do our headaches persist after we take a one-cent aspirin but disappear when we take a fifty-cent aspirin? Why do we splurge on a lavish meal but cut coupons to save twenty-five cents on a can of soup?
When it comes to making decisions in our lives, we think we're making smart, rational choices. But are we?
In this newly revised and expanded edition of the groundbreaking New York Times bestseller, Dan Ariely refutes the common assumption that we behave in fundamentally rational ways. From drinking coffee to losing weight, from buying a car to choosing a romantic partner, we consistently overpay, underestimate, and procrastinate. Yet these misguided behaviors are neither random nor senseless. They're systematic and predictable—making us predictably irrational.
About the Author Dan Ariely is Professor of Psychology & Behavioral Economics at Duke University. He founded the Center for Advanced Hindsight, wrote a few books, took part in a few media project and startups. Dan co-created of the film documentary (Dis)Honesty: The Truth About Lies, and he wrote three-time New York Times bestsellers: Predictably Irrational, The Upside of irrationality, and The Honest Truth About Dishonesty. He also wrote a few books that did not make it to the New York Times bestsellers list: Irrationally Yours, Payoff, Amazing Decisions and Dollars and Sense. Dan is also part of a team that is working on an NBC TV series that is loosely based on his life and will premiere on NBC in the fall of 2023. The show is called “The Irrational” and officially it is based on his first book, Predictably Irrational.
Location & Registration
The HR Book Club is held monthly via Zoom. Upon registering, you will receive a confirmation email immediately, which includes your Zoom link. Although virtual, these events will not be recorded.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
1.0 CPD hour CPHRs - As per the Summary of Qualifying Activities, under Self-directed learning, roundtables, non-credit courses, practice knowledge sharing through formal professional networking, you can claim up to 5.0 CPD hours annually for your participation. 
About Book Club The purpose of this Book Club is to motivate, connect, and foster self-growth while building a stronger HR community. The Book Club is open to all members of the association. Books range in topics with suggestions from the membership. HR Book Club is held the third Wednesday of each month from 12pm - 1pm via Zoom. Our Book Club discussion is centered around the chosen book through a series of prompts and questions. There are several ways you can access reading materials, including your local library, both in person and through an online app like Libby, asking friends if they have a copy, or purchasing from your local bookstore.
This professional development initiative is complimentary, and available to members of CPHR Saskatchewan. Hosts 
Angela Boyes, CPHR
Angela currently works at CAE in Moose Jaw, SK as the Labour Relations Manager/HRBP. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resource Management and the CPHR designation. Angela holds additional studies in Sociology and Psychology, is a Qualified Mediator Designation, and is a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist. Angela's business acumen has been honed working in: Manufacturing, Construction, Oil and Gas, Municipal Government and Utilities in Saskatchewan, Alberta, and the Yukon. Angela loves reading, traveling and exploring, cooking and baking, quilting, biking, and spending time with friends and family. 
Nadine Genest, CPHR Candidate
Nadine currently works as HR Director for Croptimistic Technology Inc, an agriculture technology company with headquarters in Saskatoon, SK. She is a CPHR Candidate and has spent the last 7 years working in the Human Resources field with private companies. Prior to entering the HR field, Nadine spent almost 15 years working in corporate business until she discovered her passion for improving the employee experience. She is enthusiastic about recruitment, coaching and digging into total rewards programs. Nadine loves being her son’s #1 fan at all his sporting events, spending time at the lake and reading. 
Koreen Mak, CPHR
Koreen is the founder and CEO of Peppermint Technologies Inc, the developer of MYNTIX™, a skills-based learning management system. Koreen is a CPHR and holds an Advanced Certificate in Human Resources, Undergraduate degrees in Arts and Education, and a Masters in Leadership. Koreen spent a decade managing a learning and development department for a Saskatchewan-based company before starting her own business. She is passionate about learning, employee experience, and organizational culture. Koreen loves reading, travelling, and spending time with her husband, two adult children, and her dog.
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