Newcomers ON FIRE!
Welcome to The Newcomers ON FIRE! Show, hosted by Miguel Abascal. Get ready to be inspired by the stories of people just like you – newcomers who have faced tough times, embraced challenges, and found their way to success. Join us as we dive deep into the journeys of our guests, sharing their amazing stories, the tough times they’ve been through, and the moments when they overcame big challenges. Listen in to learn how they used their inner strength to take control of their time, build strong careers, manage their money, and create the futures they wanted.
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Sanaz and Livia, were two newcomers who defied the odds and emerged as champions at the prestigious Ontario Colleges Marketing Competition (OCMC).
Through their gripping stories, you'll discover practical strategies for conquering self-doubt, embracing a growth mindset, and mastering the art of pitching and presenting. Prepare to be motivated as these two trailblazers share their secrets to success, from harnessing the power of fee...
Gurasis Singh, moved from India to Canada to study Media Strategies and Advertising. He faced numerous struggles like finding housing, lost job opportunities, and cultural barriers related to his strong accent and appearance. However, Gurasis persevered through networking, persistence and maintaining a positive mindset. He shares his journey to overcoming immigrant challenges and eventually launching his own podcast “My Thick Accen...
Joco Amante shares his journey of applying to over 500 jobs before finally landing his dream role. Joco invested his life savings to study for an MBA in Canada, but after graduating, he struggled to find work. He opens up about the constant rejection taking a toll on his confidence and the stress of being on a study permit. Joco provides valuable insights on lowering your expectations as a newcomer, extending your financial runway,...
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- Overcoming Language Barriers: We dive into Maria’s journey of overcoming self-doubt and fear of judgment to find her voice.
- The Power of Networking: Learn how Maria leveraged volunteering and networking to...
Nazia Iqbal moved alone from Pakistan to Canada as a student. Despite facing tremendous cultural obstacles, she powered through initial struggles to climb from retail banking to impressive corporate roles, breaking barriers for immigrant women along the way. Gain an uplifting blueprint and mindset-shifting insights to overcome your career struggles as a newcomer.
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- Arriving in a New Country and Culture
- D...
I chat with Luki about whether informational interviews (also known as “coffee chats”) are essential or overhyped. We share our experiences using them to build connections and get job promotions. We also give best practices for improving your coffee chat skills.
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A Conversation that Started on LinkedIn
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- Navigating the Early Struggles: Sabina recounts her early challenges finding work in Canada despite being told it would be easy. She realized she needed to understand the Canadian job market better.
- The Power of Volunteering: Sab...
Ruth Javier is an expert in overcoming the challenges of relocating to a new country. Ruth shares invaluable insights on improving your communication skills, finding the courage to pursue your dreams, the importance of networking and volunteering, embracing your unique accent, and strategies for maintaining a positive mindset. Get ready to be inspired and empowered to make your newcomer journey a success.
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Gabriela Gutierrez emphasizes the importance of strategic thinking in decision-making, highlights the art of preparing for job interviews, reveals her secret to getting hired on the spot and also shares her recipe for staying motivated.
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- How to Prepare for Job Interviews – Gabriela discusses her approach to preparing for job interviews and how she ended up getting hired on the spot several times.
- Making Str...
Lorena Martinez is a seasoned professional who shares her secrets on overcoming challenges, securing your dream job, and embracing a life filled with confidence and opportunities.
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- “From Coffee Server to Marketing Professional” Lorena Martinez, moved to Canada with a dream of building a successful career in marketing. She talks about her early challenges, including finding her first professional job and deali...
- Cultural Compass: Discover the importance of embracing diverse perspectives, understanding cultural biases, and becoming a bridge between cultures.
- Speed Up Your Journey: Get tips on how to avoid common cultural misunderstandings and be...
Pankhudi Singh, is a newcomer to Canada who has not only overcome significant challenges but has also achieved remarkable success. Her journey is a testament to the power of resilience, networking, and the determination to make the most out of every opportunity.
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- From Survival Job to Success: Pankhudi shares her experience of starting with a survival job in a new country and how she turned it into a steppin...
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- Embracing Change: Jessica discusses her immigration journey, the challenges she faced, and how she adapted to a new culture and environment.
- The Power of Specialization: Learn why ...
Mehrnoosh Jalilian, is an immigrant to Canada who turned her dreams into reality through the power of networking and unwavering passion. If you're a newcomer looking for inspiration and guidance on your own path to success, you won't want to miss this episode.
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- The Networking Journey of a Newcomer to Canada: Mehrnoosh shares her immigration journey to Canada and how networking played a pivotal role in her ...
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- Step 1: Confidence: Discove...
Every week you will hear stories from people who've been where you are.
We'll chat about finding jobs, getting used to a new culture, the importance of your mindset and mental health, how to do networking, recovering your confidence, and taking care of your family and yourself so you can create the future you want.
The Newcomers On Fire show is more than just a podcast. It's a lighthouse, a community of support, and a platform ...
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