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

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

“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

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

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

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

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

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