
Digital bootcamps are all the craze now, from web development to data science! The industry has been booming; more and more folks are keen to transition into tech but don't want to do a full year-long program. A 3-month bootcamp may be the right environment to quickly learn a new skill!
In this episode, I speak with Meri Ghazaryan from Lighthouse Labs and her insights on the type of student going through a bootcamp and how they can transition successfully into tech.
Lighthouse Labs: https://www.lighthouselabs.ca/
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Feb 24, 2021
51 min

Meet Jeff Harry from Rediscover Your Play, he is a man on a mission to share his play-oriented message around the world! He believes that the answers we seek, and by simply unleashing our inner child, we can find our purpose and, in turn, help create a better world! Tune in to hear what he has to say on this attitude and how to incorporate play to work-life, job hunt, and personal life. Guarantee that, his energy is contagious and you will want to incorporate play into your life.
Jeff's Website: https://www.rediscoveryourplay.com/
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Jan 21, 2021
45 min

Dean Kulaweera used to be a recruiter at an agency, but now he is using his skill set as a professional job searching coach, helping others land their dream career in this pandemic.
In this episode, we cover a range of topics from optimizing your resume, building your personal brand, and how to best connect with a recruiter.
Dean’s Website: https://www.dkglobaltalent.com/
Location: Toronto, Canada
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Dec 14, 2020
41 min

Do you know what it takes to become a leader? In this episode, I sat down virtually with Jayson Krause, who has worked with leaders across the globe. He has seen it all and knows what it takes to be a true leader in any organization. Tune in to hear more of his thoughts on leadership and get a sneak peek of his new book, The Science Behind Success.
Jayson's new book! The Science Behind Success - Releasing on Dec 1, 2020!
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Nov 20, 2020
38 min

Curious about landing a job at one of the big four? Are you thinking of ways to stand out amongst other candidates in tech? Haris Mahmood is the National Talent Manager for KPMG Digital, which includes KPMG Lighthouse. He has some exciting insights into job hunting during the pandemic and the state of recruitment today.
In this episode, we discuss practical networking advice, finding a data science/analytics job, and the state of tech in Canada.
Haris's project on bringing global tech talent to Canada: Coderatics
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Nov 6, 2020
55 min

Ever wondered how to start creating engaging LinkedIn content to promote your personal brand? Meet Alif Huq, a digital marketer by heart. He knows a thing or two in putting his fear aside to share one's work and create helpful & engaging content.
In this episode, we go over his story, optimizing one's LinkedIn, content creation, and practical job hunting advice.
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Oct 16, 2020
56 min

Interested in Tech Sales? At the beginning of 2020, John Moon was looking to transition into a new and exciting role, which led him to enroll in a tech sales boot camp. Learn more about his story on leveraging his diverse career experiences to successfully navigate multiple career paths and why you should approach your job hunt with a sales-oriented methodology.
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Oct 2, 2020
37 min

Ever wanted to work at a hot startup? Rohan Seth immersed himself in the startup scene at a young age and prefers having that life over the traditional corporate life. He knows a thing or two regarding job hunting for a startup with his unique strategy, so tune in to find out more.
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Sep 25, 2020
39 min

Cathy Nguyen is the Houston Hustler, a champion in HR, with an inspiring story on resilience during her time job hunting during the pandemic. Her direct and business-focused approach paid off. In this episode, we discuss LinkedIn strategies, the use of a LinkedIn coach, and her unique HR insights in job hunting during a pandemic.
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Website: www.pandemicjobhunt.comSpecial Guest: Cathy Nguyen.Support The Pandemic Job Hunt
Sep 17, 2020
33 min

Edward Johnson is the master of storytelling. From public speaking, LinkedIn posts, and impromptu conversations. No doubt that Edward is blessed with this ability. In this episode, we discuss techniques in combating the fear of digitally putting your self out there as well as Edward's advice for job hunting during a pandemic.
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Sep 10, 2020
55 min
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