What Works

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Where ever you find the time — a coffee break, at the gym or on your daily commute — get quick, career-focused advice from experts in the SAIT community, including advisors from Career Advancement Services and fellow alumni.

Season 1

  1. EPISODE 1

    School's out! Now what?

    The grad caps have been tossed, the bubbly’s been popped and all of your most Instagrammable moments have been captured — now what? Erin Boyle joins us from SAIT’s Career Advancement Services team and talks about next steps and how her team can help you as a SAIT alumni.  Alumni anecdote from Emily Meyer (Journalism ’22). Connect with SAIT's Career Advancement Services team: https://mycareerhub.sait.ca/ Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    15 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Networking essentials

    “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go with others.” Putting this in the context of your career, there’s no question about the value of having connections. Career advisor Sean Leeson shares ways to make meaningful connections and tips for networking effectively.   Alumni anecdote from Kori Ford (Geomatics Engineering Technology ’17, Bachelor of Applied Technology Geographic Information Systems ’18). Learn more about upcoming events and networking opportunities offered through SAIT's Career Advancement Services: https://www.sait.ca/student-life/career-advancement-services   Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    15 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Job search strategies

    When you think about the level of care and attention we give to crafting a resume, cover letter or LinkedIn profile, it could be argued that we should consider carrying some of that over into conducting our job search. Career advisor, Yvonne English joins us to talk about treating your job search like it’s your job and what role job boards, recruitment agencies and your network can play. Alumni anecdote from Kajol Bhatia (Journalism ’20). Book an appointment with a career advisor like Yvonne to support you in your career search: https://mycareerhub.sait.ca/ Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    17 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Optimizing your resumé (and cover letter)

    Career advisor Yvonne English joins us to talk everything resumés and cover letters: Where to start, what to include, how to work with applicant tracking systems and how to get help. Alumni anecdote from Carla Matt (Bachelor of Science in Construction Project Management ’21). Need help with your resumé? Book an appointment with a career advisor like Yvonne: https://mycareerhub.sait.ca/ Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    20 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    LinkedIn basics

    LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional online network, and as the platform continues to grow and evolve, so do its features and functions. On this episode, we’re focusing on the anatomy of a LinkedIn profile and will be discussing ways you can either build or strengthen yours. Feel free to log in to your profile and follow along! Alumni anecdote from Steve Warren (Welder ’14, Applied Management Certificate ’17, Train the Trainer ’17). Need help leveling up your LinkedIn? Set up an appointment with a career advisor like Sean to review your profile: https://mycareerhub.sait.ca/ Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    23 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    Nailing your next interview

    Career Advisors Sean Leeson and Yvonne English are back to share tips on how you can be a star using the S.T.A.R. method, how to plan for an interview conducted by Artificial Intelligence, whether a post-interview follow-up note is necessary  Alumni anecdote from Drew Purdy (Data Analytics ’21). Need some interview practice? Book an appointment for a mock interview with a career advisor like Sean or Yvonne: https://mycareerhub.sait.ca/ Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    20 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    Handling rejection and accepting an offer

    You go through the interview, you’ve followed up, and now you wait. What comes next is either going to be an offer or a pass. Whichever it is, how you handle that has opportunities attached to it and is a chance to grow. Sara Struthers, Manager of Talent Services and Industry Engagement, shares how not to take rejection personally and tips for negotiating for when that offer does come through.   Alumni anecdote from Tiana Henderson (Bachelor of Business Administration ’22). If you need support at any point during your career search process, book an appointment with SAIT's Career Advancement Services team: https://mycareerhub.sait.ca/  Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    21 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    Got the gig! Now what?

    Congratulations on accepting the offer! This is an exciting time, and it can also be a mixed bag of emotions — there can be a lot to take in once you get going, but they’ve hired you for a reason, and you’ve got this. Work Integrated Learning Coordinators, Autumn Heinze and Joey Post share how to combat imposter syndrome, ideas on how to connect with your teammates whether in-person or virtually and tips for showing initiative.   Alumni anecdote from Richard Hoang (Civil Engineering Technology '20). Have an update or success you'd like to share with the SAIT community?  -        Join the SAIT Alumni LinkedIn group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/3037642/ -        Submit a class note: https://connect.sait.ca/s/1615/m22/interior.aspx?sid=1615&gid=2&pgid=921&cid=1907&post_id=0 -        Host an industry mentorship circle: https://www.sait.ca/student-life/career-advancement-services/services-for-employers-and-partners Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    18 min

  9. EPISODE 9

    What's next for you and your career

    The average person will spend 90,000 hours at work over their lifetime — so let’s make the best of it. On this episode, Certified Career Development Practitioner, Lara Schuelke talks about how to navigate feeling stuck in your career and how assessing your values can help you move forward and find fulfilment at work. Alumni anecdote from Tirzah van Lindenberg (Architectural Technologies ’21). Resources for reassessing and reimagining your career: -        SAIT Alumni Level Up Awards: https://www.sait.ca/alumni/level-up-alumni-awards  -        The Best Careers You Never Knew Existed podcast: https://www.sait.ca/careerspodcast  -        CAREERinsite from the Government of Alberta: https://alis.alberta.ca/careerinsite/  Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    19 min

  10. EPISODE 10

    Bonus episode: Setting the stage for your career

    An episode for future #SAITAlumni!   If you take a step back and remember what drove you to attend SAIT in the first place, the answer is most likely to launch your career. In addition to working hard to achieve an industry-recognized and highly regarded credential, what else is there to squeeze out of your time at SAIT? And how can it help prop you up once you cross the stage at graduation and are ready to launch your career?   Career Development Practitioner Lara Schuelke joins us and shares tips for setting the stage for your career while in school.   Alumni anecdote from Rigel Jose Raju (Bachelor of Business Administration ‘21).   Get involved #HereAtSAIT: https://www.sait.ca/student-life/get-involved Connect with Career Advancement Services: https://www.sait.ca/student-life/career-advancement-services Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    15 min

  11. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Introducing: What Works

    Welcome to the What Works podcast! Hosted by fellow SAIT grad Alyssa Athanasopoulos, this series features experts from the SAIT community who share their tools, stories and ideas on how alumni can confidently approach their next career move. Host, writer, producer: Alyssa Athanasopoulos⁣ Post-production, music composition and sound design: Ron Tarrant⁣ Recording assistant: Eric Richards Communications, marketing and promotion: Nicole Brandt, Kelsey Nixon and Ali O'Connor

    1 min

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Where ever you find the time — a coffee break, at the gym or on your daily commute — get quick, career-focused advice from experts in the SAIT community, including advisors from Career Advancement Services and fellow alumni.

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  • Creator
    SAIT Alumni and Development
  • Episodes
    11
  • Seasons
    1
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    What Works