The UBSee Podcast
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Bringing perspective to students at UBC 🎓
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Does getting paid in Stocks make a difference? Ft. Fahad Zaidi - Director @Neo Financial
November 08, 2022 19:33 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MBFahad is a Director at Neo Financial, a Fintech startup out of Calgary, Canada and one of the few Unicorns in the region. In this episode, Fahad breaks down how stocks as a part of your total compensation make a difference to your life and why you should ask for them. Reach out to Fahad: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fahadzaidi/ Listen to the entire podcast on Spotify / Apple Music @TheUBSeePodcast Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ubsee-podcastFollow me on Instagram / ...
Why students are failing in universities Ft. Learnit
July 15, 2022 17:00 - 6 minutes - 6.25 MBNeed help in acing your courses? Reach out to the Learnit Team here: https://linktr.ee/learnitubc Reach out to Dhiraj Hariramani (Founder, LearnIt): https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhirajhariramani/ Listen to the podcast on Spotify / Apple Music @TheUBSeePodcast Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ubsee-podcast Follow me on Instagram / Tiktok @theubseepodcast For questions, suggestions & partnerships: [email protected]
How to transition from SWE to PM
July 09, 2022 17:00 - 8 minutes - 8.18 MBRachit's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachit-k-malik/ Begin your journey till Product Management using these resources: https://ubcpmc.notion.site/UBC-PMC-PM-interview-resource-guide-a70f7c45e9ba47e49860598a463b29c3 U BC Product Management Club's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ubcpmc/ Listen to the entire podcast on Spotify / Apple Music @TheUBSeePodcast Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ubsee-podcast Follow me on Instagram / Tiktok @theubseepodcast ...
The TRUTH about your Savings Account 🏦
July 08, 2022 17:00 - 7 minutes - 6.5 MBBear market this, bull market that. Watch this video to find out why investing matters and how you can get started. No, I won't ask you to put all your money into #crypto. The research for this video was made possible by Skyward Financial, a Vancouver-based, certified financial management company. Visit their website here: https://www.skywardfinancial.org/ Listen to the entire podcast on Spotify / Apple Music @TheUBSeePodcast Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ubsee-pod...
Applicant Tracking System - Where your resume works its magic ✨
July 07, 2022 17:00 - 6 minutes - 6.17 MBFor more videos on students and careers, make sure to subscribe! Audio Credits: In My Head By Misha Edited By: Hamer Quiroz Castañeda https://www.behance.net/alexandcastae2 Listen to the entire podcast on Spotify / Apple Music @TheUBSeePodcast Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ubsee-podcastFollow me on Instagram / Tiktok @theubseepodcast For questions, suggestions & partnerships: [email protected]
What are stock options?
July 06, 2022 17:00 - 10 minutes - 9.37 MBFahad has experience working at startups and large companies and breaks down how to evaluate stocks when they are given to you as a part of your salary package. Connect with Fahad here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fahadzaidi/ Listen to the entire podcast on Spotify / Apple Music @TheUBSeePodcast Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ubsee-podcastFollow me on Instagram / Tiktok @theubseepodcast For questions, suggestions & partnerships: [email protected] #stocks #s...
How to make the most out of your Computer Science degree 💻
July 06, 2022 03:15 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MBJeff is a recruiter for mid-level software engineers for the big tech firms. In this episode, he talks about the changing dynamics of the market for software engineers, and what new grad software engineers should look out for. Listen to the entire podcast on Spotify / Apple Music @TheUBSeePodcast Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ubsee-podcastFollow me on Instagram / Tiktok @theubseepodcast For questions, suggestions & partnerships: [email protected]
Make $250,000/year salary when you graduate 💸
July 06, 2022 03:13 - 9 minutes - 8.6 MBJeffrey Zhang is the founder of Boba Chats where he facilitates serendipity as a service. He previously quit his job where he was earning $250,000 as a PM at a large tech firm in the Silicon Valley. In this video, Jeff talks about his approach to salary negotiation and some common mistakes to avoid. Jeff’s YouTube Channel where you can find more info on Breaking Into PM, Salaries and more!: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCNvB1vVU-fM_7MxQ6saxp7w/videos Connect with Jeff here: https://www.li...
A Guide to Switching Careers Ft. Seif Wadi
May 07, 2022 03:43 - 9 minutes - 9.14 MBReach out Seif on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seifwadi/ Listen to the entire podcast on Spotify / Apple Music @TheUBSeePodcast Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ubsee-podcast Follow me on Instagram / Tiktok @theubseepodcast For questions, suggestions & partnerships: [email protected] #careers #guidance #internships #jobs #hiring #students
Why (and how) Business Technology Management at UBC Sauder will take you places Ft. Arnav Mishra
March 31, 2022 05:06 - 9 minutes - 8.47 MBRead more about the Business Technology Management (BTM) specialization at UBC Sauder here: https://mybcom.sauder.ubc.ca/courses-money-enrolment/options/business-technology-management Arnav's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arnavmishra99/ Arnav's startup DYNE (they are hiring!): https://dyneapp.ca/ Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ubsee-podcast Follow me on Instagram / Tiktok @theubseepodcast For questions, suggestions & partnerships: [email protected]
New Grad Consulting Salaries Ft. Namaan Mian
March 16, 2022 02:14 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBView the full Consulting Salary Report by Management Consulted here: https://managementconsulted.com/consultant-salary/ Check out Management Consulted here: https://managementconsulted.com/ Namaan's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/namaanmian/ Listen to the entire podcast on Spotify / Apple Music @TheUBSeePodcast Linkedin Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-ubsee-podcast Follow me on Instagram / Tiktok @theubseepodcast For questions, suggestions & partnerships: theubseep...
My LULULEMON Internship Experience
February 19, 2022 02:29 - 6 minutes - 11.9 MBLULULEMON IS HIRING! Check out this episode where I talk about my experience in the first edition of the IDEA Global Internship Program at Lululemon. I go over the application process, my personal experience, and some tips for your application! Video version of this episode is on my Youtube Channel @theubseepodcast Follow me on Linkedin / Instagram / TikTok: @theubseepodcast Background Music Credits: Misha- In My Head (https://chll.to/b274c764)
Roasting Linkedin Profiles Ft. Sarah Wade
February 09, 2022 02:52 - 13 minutes - 25.7 MBIf resumes went obsolete today, how optimized is your Linkedin Profile to land you your dream job? Listen to seasoned recruiter and fellow podcast host Sarah Wade roast some Linkedin Profiles and provide feedback worth its weight in gold!
Resume Roast: Data Scientist @Clearco Ft. Simran Sidhu
January 28, 2022 20:15 - 14 minutes - 27.9 MBSimran Sidhu had some incredibly detailed feedback for the resumes that were reviewed. The episode is filled with nuggets of info that students looking to break into Data Science / Analytics can leverage!
Resume Roast: Business Analyst @IBM Ft. Diana Kim
January 20, 2022 21:42 - 19 minutes - 36.1 MBCheck out IBM's Careers Page: https://www.ibm.com/ca-en/employment/ Use filters on the page for internships / co-ops and new grad full-time opportunities. Connect with Diana Kim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-kim/ Stay tuned for Resume Roasts from more roles and from different companies! Looking for resume feedback for your dream role / company? Comment info about the role / company or send it to me via email- [email protected] Follow me on Instagram / Tiktok...
Resume Roast: Business Analyst @IBM
January 20, 2022 21:42 - 19 minutes - 36.1 MBCheck out IBM's Careers Page: https://www.ibm.com/ca-en/employment/ Use filters on the page for internships / co-ops and new grad full-time opportunities. Connect with Diana Kim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-kim/ Stay tuned for Resume Roasts from more roles and from different companies! Looking for resume feedback for your dream role / company? Comment info about the role / company or send it to me via email- [email protected] Follow me on Instagram / T...
Gain Real-World Work Experience via Case Competitions & Hackathons
December 26, 2021 20:16 - 5 minutes - 9.99 MBWork Experience can be never hard to show when you are new to the co-op program or internships in general. Besides your extra-curricular involvements, there's two other ways you can show REAL World experience. Case Competitions & Hackathons can do wonders to your work experience by showing recruiters something tangible that you created / solved / accomplished. Listen to this episode of the 'Solo Series' where I upload episodes that provide additional insights & tips so you can succeed in yo...
Solo Series: Am I qualified for this job?
December 18, 2021 20:31 - 8 minutes - 19.9 MBYou only need 50% of what the job description asks for to apply for internships. How many internships did you not apply to because you felt like you didn't have what it takes to get hired? Looking at job descriptions can stir up a range of emotions inside you. The excitement of having experience with something the company is looking for, or the insecure feeling when you feel like you don't have everything they're looking for. It's completely natural to feel that way, but there's a hack to it....
Personal Branding: Creating Content on LinkedIn
December 11, 2021 18:28 - 20 minutes - 40 MBThere's many ways to become a content creator. You don't need to be an influencer to stand out. In fact, growing your brand on LinkedIn is all about finding a community where you can learn & contribute. Recognized by LinkedIn itself, listen to Ziyaan Virji talk about how you can create content that adds value to your community and your personal brand.
Personal Branding: The LinkedIn Algorithm (Ft. Ziyaan Virji)
December 11, 2021 18:28 - 15 minutes - 29.6 MBLess than 1% of users on LinkedIn create content. The platform is going through a massive transformation and there could not be a better time to grow your network and your personal brand. But what is a personal brand? How do you get started? To answer these questions you need to know how the LinkedIn algorithm works. Listen to Ziyaan Virji, identified as a prominent content creator by LinkedIn itself talk about building your brand on the platform.
Networking: Avoiding Transactional Conversations (Ft. Janette Kim)
December 07, 2021 03:44 - 10 minutes - 19.1 MBEver felt like you were being 'fake' in a coffee chat because it might seem to the other person that you just want an internship? I have, and most people who ever tried networking have. It's natural. This episode, featuring Janette Kim is a guide on how you can avoid that feeling and build meaningful relationships.
Networking: How to get started & Thinking Long-Term (Ft. Janette Kim)
December 07, 2021 03:43 - 15 minutes - 29 MBYou can't succesfully network your way into an internship overnight. It takes sincerity and perseverance in building long-term relationships that give you exposure to communities, jobs, and empower you to add value. This episode's guest, Janette Kim, talks about her ups & downs in her own LinkedIn journey and how she built a personal brand from scratch as a second year undergrad student.
Tell your story with Cover Letters Ft. Malvika Aeron
November 28, 2021 07:02 - 10 minutes - 20.4 MBResumes are trailers of you. Cover letters are the full movie, where you get to tell the story behind who you are, your education, achievements and interests. There's tons of people out there who could have better resumes than you, but no one can tell your story better than you. Tune-in to find out how you can write your best story.
Building Effectives Resumes Ft. Malvika Aeron
November 28, 2021 07:01 - 16 minutes - 31.8 MBYou've got 6 second to impress the recruiter at your favourite company. It's important to stand-out, and convey your desire to fill that position in that time-frame. The guest for this podcast, Malvika Aeron, founded AcceleratePlus to help students across all facets of recruiting to land their dream roles. Tune-in to find out how you can build a strong and effective resume to get you a step ahead as recruiting szn is around the corner.
Recruiting for Big Vs Small Companies: Challenges & Tips
November 22, 2021 01:18 - 8 minutes - 16.6 MBIf you want to know the value of time, ask a student who's applying for internships while taking courses. As a student, you need to spend your time wisely to land your first internship, and what that looks like will change based on a few factors, one being the size of the company and also the applicant pool a.k.a your competition. Tune in and listen to Jon Kim talk about the challenges you can face depending on the company and some tips that can help you standout. Make sure you catch Part ...
Internships at Big Vs Small Companies: Work Environment & Expectations
November 22, 2021 01:18 - 15 minutes - 29.9 MBWe all want that big internship. The one that is at a well-known company, with a sexy title and a whole lot of clout on Linkedin. These kind of internships are hard to score, but you could gain just as much, if not more, pursuing an opportunity at lesser known companies. Tune in to listen to Jon Kim (former intern at Deloitte, currently at 1QBit), talk about differences in workplace culture, mentorship and expectations from your role at companies of different sizes. Make sure you listen to ...
Job Search Ft. Dhiraj Hariramani
November 16, 2021 02:28 - 20 minutes - 15.9 MBHave you started looking for Co-op / internships yet? Don't worry if you haven't. There's still enough time to get started but you want to make sure you are spending your time efficiently and not making the mistakes most students in your position do. Tune in and listen to Dhiraj Hariramani and I discuss timeline, strategies and tips about Job Search. I would also recommend listening to our podcast earlier about Co-op / internships for a better insight! Happy Listening :)
Business Technology Management (BTM) Ft. Arnav Mishra
November 10, 2021 22:18 - 21 minutes - 39.8 MBWorking in any industry, and at any kind of company today requires you to have a basic understanding of technology. If you are someone who understands not just the basics, but also the processes that help companies maintain and develop their technology infrastructure, you become an attractive asset in managing the company's digital needs. BTM teaches you exactly that, and much more. Listen to Arnav Mishra, Founder & CEO of Dyne Technologies talk about his experience with BTM. Happy Listen...
Co-op
November 07, 2021 09:35 - 25 minutes - 46.6 MBGetting into your faculty's Co-op program is only 20% of the work. The toughest and most time-consuming activities follow right after (job search, applications, networking, etc.) and setting expectations on how those times can look like is critical. This episode of The UBSee Podcast features a close friend and fellow UBC Sauder Co-op student Dhiraj Hariramani talk you through what you can expect as you start applying for internships. Thank you so much for tuning in to The UBSee Podcast! ...
Co-op Ft. Dhiraj Hariramani
November 07, 2021 09:35 - 25 minutes - 46.6 MBGetting into your faculty's Co-op program is only 20% of the work. The toughest and most time-consuming activities follow right after (job search, applications, networking, etc.) and setting expectations on how those times can look like is critical. This episode of The UBSee Podcast features a close friend and fellow UBC Sauder Co-op student Dhiraj Hariramani talk you through what you can expect as you start applying for internships. Thank you so much for tuning in to The UBSee Podcast! ...
Introduction
November 04, 2021 23:19 - 1 minute - 2.56 MBHey! So glad you made it till here. My name is Hima, and I am a 4th year BCom student at UBC. I started this podcast to give students like yourself some perspective on what it's like to go through various things at happen at UBC. Watch this space for more content on Co-op, Specializations and life at UBC! Happy listening :)