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Work It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastCarving out a creative career: an interview with Mark Leiren-YoungDon’t want to commit to just one career path? Being flexible can lead you on some amazing adventures. On today’s episode, Katy and Emma speak with Mark Leiren-Young who was UVic's second ever double major, in Theatre and Creative Writing and who currently works as a UVic professor in the Writing department, among many other roles. We chat with Mark about:Working in creative fields as diverse as writing award-winning movies The Green Chain and the Hundred-Year-Old WhaleHosting the Skaana podcast, where he covers ocean-related environmental issuesTouring Canada as hal...2025-02-1129 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastIs grad school worth it? The pros and cons of doing a graduate degree.Wondering if you should come back to school for a graduate degree? It’s a big question, but we’re here to help. This week, Katy and Emma connect with Allison Benner, the associate director of UVic’s Career Services team to talk about:What kind of research to do Whether it’s worth the time and moneyThe reality of today’s economy and the job marketResources from this episodeAccessing career support Co-op for graduate studentsApplying to graduate schoolConnect with usSign up for our weekly e-newsletterFollow UVic Co-op an...2025-01-2830 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastBlending business and science to change the future of algae: an interview with Ashley and Robert RoulstonHave a business idea? Not sure how to get it off the ground? In this episode, Emma and Kate speak with Ashley and Robert Roulston, co-founders of Industrial Plankton, a company that makes equipment to grow live algae cultures that are used to stabilize the aquaculture food chain. Fourteen years into their business, they share tips on:How to form a partnership that combines different degrees and skill setsWhat it’s like to build a business from scratchWhy they hire UVic co-op students …and much more!  Resources from this episode2025-01-1429 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastHow co-op can help you develop a career you love2025-01-0800 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastHow networking can help you develop a career you love2025-01-0800 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWhat does self-identification mean in the workplace?Learn what self-disclosure means in the workplace.2024-11-2000 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastIs it normal to feel nervous during your interview?2024-11-1500 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWhat to do if your mind goes blank during an interview2024-11-1500 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWhat does a good cover letter look like?2024-11-1500 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastHow to overcome feeling discouraged during your work search2024-11-1501 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastUsing the interview to learn about work culture and fit2024-11-1500 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastShould you apply to jobs if you don't have a lot of experience?2024-11-1500 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastHow to get experience in your field without a jobHow the heck do you gain experience related to your degree if you don’t have a job?  For a lot of us, we might be up to our eyeballs in schoolwork, or we’re taking care of family members, or maybe we’re already working just to pay for life—we might not be in the position to take part in co-op or pursue a job in our area of study. In this episode, Katy and Emma chat with some of UVic’s career educators and community-engaged learning coordinators to talk about:2024-11-1235 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastThe power of switching career paths: an interview with Matt HeywoodWhat you study is just a starting point: the possibilities are endless when it comes to what you can do with your UVic degree.  Emma and Katy chat with Matt Heywood, a UVic mechanical engineering graduate who is the founder of Heywood Academies, a local tutoring company that supports students in math, science and engineering.  Join us as we talk with Matt about: Trying out a wide range of career options in his quest for the right fit, including experiences at a start-up, with BC Transit, in a machine shop and n...2024-10-2933 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastHow to use AI in your work searchHow can you use AI as you search for work? What should you look out for and how can you leverage these tools? Katy and Emma chat with career educator Karae White about how to best use generative AI and machine learning to search for work, write résumés and cover letters, prepare for interviews and more.  Resources from this episodeAccessing career supportThe UVic Co-op ProgramUsing AI in your work searchVMock: a free AI tool for UVic students looking for workConnect with usSign up for o...2024-10-1533 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastBuilding a sustainable future: an interview with Joni founder Jayesh VekariyaOn the first episode of season 2, hosts Katy and Emma speak with Jayesh Vekariya, a UVic MBA graduate who is the CEO and one of the founders of Joni, a Victoria-based company that produces organic, sustainable menstrual products. Jayesh is also one of UVic’s 2024 Emerging Alumni. Join us as we talk with Jayesh about: how growing up in Gujurat, India inspired him to launch a business that tackles sustainability and poverty reductionwhat it was like pivoting from a career in pharmacy to pursue his third graduate program at UVictackling the i...2024-09-2827 minContinuing Studies: for Higher Ed PodcastersContinuing Studies: for Higher Ed PodcastersFewer Live Panels and More PodcastsThe advantages of podcasting over traditional, in-person events.Neil and Jen join Joy Poliquin from the University of Victoria's Cooperative Education Program and Career Services Office. Joy discusses the "Work It" podcast, which explores alumni career paths and provides career development advice.The conversation covers the podcast's evolution, its dual focus on alumni stories and practical career tips, and the advantages of podcasting over traditional events in terms of engagement and accessibility. Joy highlights the involvement of recent graduates as hosts, the impact of remote work opportunities, and how the podcast content is used across various platforms...2024-07-0837 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastPreventing burnout and practicing self-care at workHow can you avoid burnout by practicing self-care at work?  Katy and Emma chat with career educator Darcie Gabruck about recognizing signs of burnout, setting boundaries in the workplace, setting up strategies for sustainable self-care, and addressing and healing from burnout when it happens.  Resources from this episode·      UVic Student Wellness·      UVic Career Services·      UVic Multifaith Centre Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter Follow UVic Co-op and Career on social media2024-02-1335 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastLeading equity in public healthWhat can you do with a degree in… history?  Katy and Emma chat with guest Natasha Thambirajah about how a history and political science degree led to a career in digital health public policy.  Natasha Thambirajah is a third-generation public servant and has worked for the Province of BC since 2006. Over the past 15 years, she has led nationally recognized examples of transformative, citizen-centred public policy, including the prize-winning BC Services Card and the modernization of gender identity expression on government-issued identification. Natasha completed a double major Bachelor of Arts in history and po...2024-01-3048 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastSelf-advocacy and self-identification in the workplaceHow can you practice self-advocacy at work?  Katy and Emma talk with career educator and international student advisor Amy Chen about self-identification during the job search and application process, your rights and responsibilities in the workplace, and how you can advocate for yourself on the job.  Resources from this episode:  ·      Disability Alliance BC: Disclosing Your Disability Guide·      BC Human Rights Tribunal·      BC Human Rights Clinic (free legal services)·      Lime Connect·      CanAssist at UVic·      Canada’s Best Diversity Employers·      Accessibl...2024-01-1632 minThe FITSPRO PodcastThe FITSPRO Podcast232 – Crafting Your Coaching Philosophy: Aligning Your Brand with Your Core Values Coaching philosophy is so much more than the methods you adopt and whether or not you think cardio should go before or after a lift, whether you think macros are necessary or not. A massive part of your coaching philosophy is shaped by core values. Rather than saying “crafting,” it’s more like identifying or carving out. It likely already exists but you have yet to claim it, identify it. Why brand values matter they’re the foundation and backbone of your brand – from content to hiring to how you work with clients, a...2023-12-1213 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastCreativity in adventure tourismWhat can you do with a degree in… commerce and entrepreneurship? Katy and Emma connect with guest Kat Craats about her career as a marketing professional in the adventure tourism industry, plus her freelance photography business!  Kat Craats is a photographer, outdoor enthusiast and adrenaline-junkie living in Squamish, BC. UVic’s BCom program inspired her love of marketing, setting her on the path to becoming the Marketing Manager at WildPlay Element Parks. Tune in to hear our conversation:·      How Kat found her first co-op job as a busines...2023-11-2135 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastHow to prepare for job interviewsHow can you feel confident during job interviews?  Katy and Emma talk with career educator Selina Jorgensen about how to feel confident and succeed during job interviews! Learn how to answer the most difficult interview questions, prepare effectively for job interviews, and manage your nerves.  Resources from this episode: ·      Job interview tips on our website·      Use VMock’s AI tool to practice before job interviews·      Attend a career workshop at UVic Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter Follow UVic Co-op and...2023-11-0734 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastMaking a difference in the clean energy sectorWhat can you do with a degree in… global business? Katy and Emma chat with guest Dayah Johal about her journey to a career in public service.  Dayah Johal is an alum of the Master in Global Business program at UVic, who now works for the provincial government. She found her way to this career path after completing a co-op term with the BC Public Service. Join us as we talk about: ·      Choosing to pursue graduate studies and the impact of remote learning·      Building cultur...2023-10-2446 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastHow to stand out when applying for jobsHow can you stand out when you’re applying for jobs? It can be intimidating to put yourself out there and apply for jobs when you're just beginning your career. How can you make a great impression, showcase your skills and stand out to recruiters?  Katy and Emma talk with career educator Richard Myers about how to make an impact with your resume and cover letter during the job application process! Learn how to read a job posting effectively, identify your key skills, and showcase your experience during your job search. Plus, we talk...2023-10-1034 minWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastWork It: A UVic career exploration podcastA career in Indigenous environmental stewardshipWhat can you do with a degree in… Indigenous Studies and Environmental Studies? Learn all about a career in ecological restoration work in British Columbia waterways. Katy and Emma talk with guest Hannah Gentes about her role with Coastal Restoration Society. Hannah Gentes is a Saulteaux-Metis woman currently living in Lekwungen territory. She is a Senior Project Manager and Indigenous Initiatives Lead with the environmental non-profit Coastal Restoration Society. She has a bachelor’s degree in Indigenous Studies and Environmental Studies from the University of Victoria. She will be starting a master...2023-09-2647 minGo Reflect Yourself PodcastGo Reflect Yourself PodcastFocus, Fuel, and Nourishing The Body and Mind for Peak Performance with The Meta Project Founder Olly WoodFocus, Fuel, and Nourishing The Body and Mind for Peak Performance  Focus, Fuel, and Nourishing The Body and Mind for Peak Performance with The Meta Project Founder Olly Wood How can busy professionals integrate healthy habits into their lives? How does a healthy body help prevent burnout? Why does most health advice get it so wrong? Why is calorie counting not the full picture? Why are diets so short-term focused? These are just a few of the questions explored and covered in today’s e...2022-05-0240 minFed+Fit PodcastFed+Fit PodcastEp. 187: Exploring KetoOn today's episode, I'm going to be exploring the concept of keto with my good friend, Diane Sanfilippo.  We'll talk about what keto is, who it's potentially for, who it's not for, and chat about her new book, Keto Quickstart, as a way to mindfully segue into a more keto based lifestyle.   We're back with our 187th episode of the Fed+Fit Podcast! Remember to check back every Monday for a new episode and be sure to subscribe on iTunes! Find us HERE on iTunes and be sure to "subscribe." Episode 187 Links: Find...2018-12-3100 minFed+Fit PodcastFed+Fit PodcastEp. 187: Exploring KetoOn today's episode, I'm going to be exploring the concept of keto with my good friend, Diane Sanfilippo.  We'll talk about what keto is, who it's potentially for, who it's not for, and chat about her new book, Keto Quickstart, as a way to mindfully segue into a more keto based lifestyle.   We're back with our 187th episode of the Fed+Fit Podcast! Remember to check back every Monday for a new episode and be sure to subscribe on iTunes! Find us HERE on iTunes and be sure to "subscribe." Episode 187 Links: Find Diane's blog HERE. Find Diane on Instagram HERE...2018-12-3148 minFed+Fit PodcastFed+Fit PodcastEp. 187: Exploring KetoOn today's episode, I'm going to be exploring the concept of keto with my good friend, Diane Sanfilippo.  We'll talk about what keto is, who it's potentially for, who it's not for, and chat about her new book, Keto Quickstart, as a way to mindfully segue into a more keto based lifestyle.   We're back with our 187th episode of the Fed+Fit Podcast! Remember to check back every Monday for a new episode and be sure to subscribe on iTunes! Find us HERE on iTunes and be sure to "subscribe." Episode 187 Links: Find Diane's blog HERE. Find Diane on Instagram HERE...2018-12-3148 minFed+Fit PodcastFed+Fit PodcastEp. 137: Diane Sanfilippo on the 21-Day Sugar Detox Daily GuideOn today's episode, I'm chatting with my friend Diane Sanfilippo about her newest book, The 21-Day Sugar Detox Daily Guide! We're back with our 137th episode of the Fed+Fit Podcast! Remember to check back every Monday for a new episode and be sure to subscribe on iTunes! Find us HERE on iTunes and be sure to "subscribe." Episode 137 Sponsors Real Life, Baby! - For a limited time, get 10%-off with the discount code "Cricket10" Pride of Bristol Bay Episode 137 Links Order the 21-Day Sugar Detox Daily Guide HERE View Diane's book tou...2017-12-2500 min