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Successfully Ambiguous?Funemployment, Pixar, and 300 ConversationsI first met Katherine Chong when she was helping our School build Canada’s first academic program in Product Management. I was struck by her fearless curiosity and the way she turned a sabbatical into a masterclass in human connection. In this episode, I sit down with Katherine—product manager, startup coach, instructor, and cultural consultant for Pixar’s Turning Red—to talk about how 300 conversations with strangers reshaped her career, her mindset, and her sense of purpose.We dive into how she navigated burnout, embraced “funemployment,” and discovered the power of asking without an agenda. Katherine’s story is a re...2025-07-2117 minSuccessfully Ambiguous?The Future of Work, Immigration & Belonging In this episode, I sit down with someone I deeply admire and have had the pleasure of getting to know through the Canadian Chamber of Commerce—Diana Palmerín Velasco, Senior Director, Future of Work. Diana brings a rare combination of lived experience as a newcomer and deep policy expertise that makes her voice essential in today’s conversations about immigration, labour, and the future of work in Canada.Diana and I talk candidly about the real challenges facing newcomers—especially highly skilled immigrants and international students—when they arrive in Canada. She shares her own journey o...2025-07-0722 minSuccessfully Ambiguous?When the Dream Job DisappointsWhat do you do when the job you’ve worked so hard to land turns out to be nothing like you imagined—on day one?In this episode, I’m joined by the vibrant Michelle Aarons, who shares the story of how her dream job quickly became a wake-up call. But instead of letting that moment define her, Michelle used it as a catalyst for growth, clarity, and purpose.We talk about:The power of reframing disappointment into motivationWhat leaders and hiring managers can learn from her experienceWhy embracing boundless opportunity is more than j...2025-06-2321 minSuccessfully Ambiguous?How do you ask for help in your career?How important is it to ask for help along your career path? Do you wonder how some people have the confidence to build their network and try new things? In a motivating and enlightening conversation with Anika Forde we delve into how to live from a place of abundance and have the confidence to ask for the support you need to take the next step on your career path. Anika opens up about her own career as a multi-hyphenated woman and shares her surprising journey into angel investing. Her experience is a testament to continuous le...2025-04-2322 minSuccessfully Ambiguous?Do you need to fit in to get a job?How important is it to fit in with Canadian culture to get a job? Do you wonder how to excel in a job interview? In a frank discussion with Richard Pinnock of Diversity of Thought we delve into how to navigate the challenges and opportunities of diversity to impress and add value to your employer of choice! Richard has inspired thousands of young people with his leadership training on how to embrace and leverage diverse experiences and thinking. He has made a difference throughout his career in the public and private sectors promoting equity for al...2025-04-2326 minSuccessfully Ambiguous?How do you reframe failure to success?How important is it to understand how to reframe failure? Do you wonder how to take risks in your career? In a powerful and inspiring discussion with Priya Bates of Inner Strength Communication we delve into how to take risks and process failures so you can turn them into valuable lessons! Priya opens up about her own career journey, her “lightbulb moment” and shares invaluable lessons learned from risks that she took leaving a successful corporate career to start her own consulting business. Her experience is a testament to continuous learning, the power of taking risks an...2025-04-2319 minSuccessfully Ambiguous?Is AI vital to your success? We ask John Weigelt of Microsoft CanadaHow important is it to understand the language and cadence of your desired career? Do you wonder how AI will impact your career in the future? In an eye-opening discussion with John Weigelt, National Technical Advisor at Microsoft, we delve into how to navigate the rapidly changing job landscape while harnessing the power of AI responsibly and learning to overcome hiccups along the way!John leads Microsoft Canada’s strategic policy and technology initiatives, empowering individuals and organizations across the country to innovate with technology in a way that minimizes potential pitfalls. I've known John for a...2025-04-2222 minSuccessfully Ambiguous?Welcome to Successfully Ambiguous!Welcome to Successfully Ambiguous, the proudly Canadian podcast that asks, “When opportunity knocks, will you be ready to answer?” and explores how successful people prepare to leverage the unexpected.Host Christine Brooks-Cappadocia, AVP of York University School of Continuing Studies, has a non-linear professional journey and leads one of the largest Schools in the country dedicated to helping people thrive in the changing world of work. In this podcast, she’ll speak with leaders who achieved success on their own terms to learn what helped them get where they are today.With Generative AI qui...2025-04-1401 min
Illumination by Modern CampusChristine Brooks-Cappadocia (York University) on How Canadian Institutions Can Support Global TalentOn today’s episode of the Illumination by Modern Campus podcast, podcast host Shauna Cox was joined by Christine Brooks-Cappadocia to discuss the role of international students in Canada and the impact of immigration policy changes. 2025-02-1314 min