Maj tales
Maj tales
Majid
For now, I am talking about travel and immigration. Who knows what would be next..
#23 Behdad - Starting your own company
Behdad received his bachelor's and master's from Sharif University and University of Alberta respectively. Currently, he is designing chips for a successful startup in Toronto.In this episode, he shares his interest in starting his own company, and the advantages of doing so specifically in Canada
Nov 12, 2023
1 hr 28 min
#22-Alireza
Alireza ranked 1st in the Konkoor of 97.He graduated with a bachelor's in computer engineering from Sharif University and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in computer science at the University of Toronto.Check out this podcast to catch a glimpse into the story of this over-performer
Oct 28, 2023
1 hr 13 min
#21-Amir
Amir is a chemical engineer who graduated from the University of Toronto and the University of Tehran with master's and bachelor's degrees respectively.In this episode, we talk about finding a job post-graduation, working a general job as a student, and military service for guys.
Oct 22, 2023
1 hr 15 min
#20-Shokoofa
Shokoofa is a junior undergraduate student of engineering at the University of Toronto. She is a talented student with multiple Olympiad achievements in astronomy who moved to Canada with her parents.In this episode, she shares some valuable information on how to receive fully funded undergraduate (yes undergraduate) admissions to top-notch American universities. What's more, she tells her story of immigration, attending high school in Canada, and getting admission to U of T.enjoy
Oct 15, 2023
1 hr 30 min
#19-Mehdi
Mehdi is a Ph.D. student of mechanical engineering at the University of Toronto. Previously, he received both his master's and bachelor's in mechanical engineering from Sharif University of Technology.Here he shares how made up for a sub-optimal resume through hard work at grad school at Sharif. He also lets us in on how he approached professors and optimized his SOP to receive stellar admissions.
Oct 10, 2023
1 hr 18 min
#18-Milad
Milad is a Ph.D. student at the Schulich School of Business (at York University). Previously he graduated with a bachelor's in mechanical engineering and a minor in economics from Sharif University of Technology after which he pursued his degree in MBA at Sharif.I have had the privilege of knowing him for quite some time. Professionally, he is excellent at whatever task or project he takes up, and personally, he is one of the most genuine people I have come to know.In this episode, he shares how he was able to pivot away from a field he did not find very appealing towards something he truly enjoys as a career. Give this one a listen to find out some helpful information about an MBA degree and business schools.
Oct 1, 2023
59 min
#17-Vahid
Vahid ranked 3rd in Konkoor. He is now a Ph.D. student of computer science at the University of Toronto.He graduated with high honors, earning a double major in computer engineering and mathematics from Sharif University of Technology.This top-of-the-chain performer shares his story of how he navigated graduate school applications and gives us a few tips on finding the right supervisor and writing a compelling SOP.
Sep 23, 2023
1 hr 25 min
#16-Alireza
Alireza graduated from the Department of Electrical Engineering at Sharif University and continued his studies at the University of British Columbia (UBC).I recently became really good friends with this guy who has a unique perspective on things and a cut-the-bu**hit-type attitude that I admire.In this episode, he tells us about how he did things to get stellar admissions and his experience living and working as a student in Canada.
Sep 16, 2023
1 hr 1 min
#15-Pouya
Pouya graduated from the Department of Computer Engineering at Sharif University and went on to pursue his Ph.D. at the University of Toronto. He is a brilliant fella with a humble attitude and a wicked sense of humor.In this episode, he shares his story of applying to grad schools and gives us a few tips and tricks on how to do certain things such as approaching prospective supervisors.Hope you enjoy
Sep 16, 2023
1 hr 28 min
#14-Trip to Mexico
(Farsi episode)Last winter I spent 4 months traveling across Mexico.If you are curious how I did it and want some tips on how to find accommodation, exchange your money, etc. give this one a listen
Sep 5, 2023
1 hr 20 min
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