Dear Member Spring is nature's way of saying, 'Let's party!' – Robin Williams. It is said that Spring marks the start of new beginnings and renewal. So, while we are more than halfway through the first month of spring, this may be a good time to take stock of your work and personal life. Are you still on track with your career goals? What would happen when you are no longer able to work? Are your finances in order? How well do you cope with stress? To this end, we bring you a number of articles in this issue to help you on your way to taking control of some of those important issues that often get neglected. Please also visit our website here for more information and remember, as always, MISA is only a phone call away! Last, but not least, please ensure that your MISA Membership fees are up to date by checking the deductions on your payslip every month.  All the best until next time, Kind regards, Martlé Keyter, CEO Operations Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) PS: Don't forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on twitter Why we need more women in the boardroom The likes of Thuli Madonsela and Gill Marcus (and many more) are living proof that women in top and senior management positions have an important role to play. Read More... Incapacity and disability benefits We look at one of the important benefits of the Motor Industry Provident Fund, namely the Disability Benefit. Read More... MISA Women’s Forum Breakfasts bring joy to many hearts The annual MISA Women’s Forum Breakfasts held in August each year, bring joy to attendees and beneficiaries alike. Read More... Time for a Financial Spring Clean September marks the start of spring – a time of renewal and new beginnings. And this also applies to your finances. Click here... MISA Young Workers’ Forum treats our ladies Reneé Ntshingila, the MISA Young Workers’ Forum Principal in the Natal Region, and a former MISA Woman of the Year winner, hosted another successful High Tea for our ladies during Women’s Month. Read More... Managing stress and change at work Feel like you are drowning at work? Susan M. Heathfield shares five suggestions to help you manage stress at work. Read More... MISA eData is a monthly e-newsletter for Motor Industry Staff Association (MISA) members. MISA is affiliated to the Federation of Unions of South Africa (FEDUSA), a politically non-aligned trade union federation representing its members at national and international level. Editorial production and co-ordination by The Hothouse Communications. We do not want to spam you. Please unsubscribe if you do not wish to receive this newsletter. www.misa.org.za