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Author: Liz MacDonald

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Feeling stuck on what degree/specialization to pursue? Unsure or unaware of what job opportunities are out there, or if you're pursuing the right one?

Tune in Mondays to hear the experiences, interests and advice from those in a variety of different careers. They may shed light on a career path/ job opportunity that you're meant to follow! Listen and discover various fields to enter and paths to take that could lead you to a job you never knew existed, and may be right for you! Or learn more about jobs you're already familiar with, but still have questions about.
Let's learn more together!

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Happy Monday! Today's episode takes us to the United States! Sarah Moretti tells us about her career journey so far in event planning, how she lost her job due to the pandemic, and how she's found her groove again. Hope you enjoy :) 
Happy Monday! Today I spoke with Rayna Moore, another Western University Alumni, about how she turned her passion for sports into a career as a Strength Coach and Back Pain Specialist. Rayna talks about how important it is to pursue your passion and not let the opinions of other steer you off the path that was made for you. Be sure to check this episode out if you're interested in pursing Kinesiology, or want to hear how Rayna got her job during the pandemic! 
Happy Monday everyone! Want to know what a degree in Criminology and a Minor in French can do for you? Maybe even get you a job in Trusts and Estates at a large bank? Jean didn't think that would be her path, but she's enjoying every second. Experiences and trying something new can advance your career, and put you on a path you least expected. You don't want to miss this one! 
On this week's episode, I asked both Jen and Holly what their Masters Program entail, what they're learning, whether they think it's worth it to pursue a Masters, and more!  Feel free to ask me questions through instragram! @thejobsharepodcast 
Hey, remember me? Welcome back! Officially returning after having the summer off. Now it's back to school season and it's time to kick start the podcast.  Don't know what to specialize in at University? Stressing out about what to choose and where to go? Here's my advice based on my experience, and hopefully this will ease your stressing and hopefully you can relate.  Please let me know if you have questions by messaging me on instagram @thejobsharepodcast Enjoy!
Hi everyone! Welcome back! This week, I had the chance to interview Dr. Manav Vyas, a successful clinician and researcher who began his education journey in India, then moved to Canada to pursue his Masters and a PhD. If you know you're interested in science but are unsure what to do with that, please give this episode a listen :)
Hi everyone! This week I had the privilege to speak with Epidemiologist Laura Maclagan, who works at an research institute that studies diseases and then learns from those diseases to provide information to the public. Laura talks about her education at Queen's University and the University of Toronto, her internship, her employment and more! Please check out the Job Share Podcast Instagram: @thejobsharepodcast - and feel free to message me with guest suggestions! 
Welcome back everyone!!! Season 4 has arrived! Kicking off this week's episode is Tom Scanlan, and Urban Geographer who has worked in the areas of social injustice, media, book-writing, podcasting and environmentally-focused initiatives. He shares the incredible story of his life and the many hats he's worn over the course of it.  Please go check out his Podcast called - Hidden Gems. The website link is here: https://www.hiddengemstoronto.net/ Please also check out his website: pivotgreen.ca Thanks for tuning in and please DM me on instagram for guest requests: @thejobsharepodcast
Hitting close to home again with another Western University Alumni, Emma Bertucci. We chat about our decision to pursue HR, why it's okay to change your mind about your career path after specializing in one business component, how trying different courses/areas is a HUGE benefit to learning and developing, and MORE! As successful as Emma and I appear to be now, we still aren't 100% of our own career paths, and we're here to tell you that it's ok!!! We're all in the same boat.  Feel free to DM us on instagram through the job share podcast instagram account :)
Welcome back! This week, Liz brings on Chiropractor Allison McFarlane to discuss her job and why she pursued it. We talk about the difference between chiropractors and physio therapists, why becoming a doctor wasn't going to have as much of an impact for Allison, and what being a chiropractor truly entails. Hope you enjoy!
Hi everyone, welcome back :) This week I talk with David Scanlan, the Senior Editor on the Finance Team at Bloomberg. David shares his incredible journey of becoming a world traveling journalist turned Senior Editor. He has a lot of incredible experiences to share, so please take a listen. Please also leave a review if you enjoyed the episode!
This week, Liz interviews a fellow Western University grad and a full-time nurse, Lexi North. They chat about nursing school, being selfish during your university years, and what being a nurse really looks like during a pandemic. Hope you enjoy!
Welcome back :) This week, Nathan Kennedy, a fellow Western University Alumni, shares how he's turning his podcast into a CAREER, but first starts by sharing his University education experience & talking about how nobody should stress about what job they'll end up in down the road. Continuing to learn and educate yourself is a MUST! Stayed tuned to hear how he develops his content, what his podcast is about, and the thoughts he has about continuing to GROW and how YOU can start a podcast too!
Liz opens up on where she is on her career path, where she started and where she intends on going. She talks about her thoughts back in high school, her university experience, why she chose to pursue Human Resources, and why it's okay to still not be certain about your path. Liz briefly touches on the past 5 years of her life, without too much detail, to illustrate how far you can come from not knowing much about yourself or where you'll end up.  Send me a message over the instagram account to request new episode ideas! It's @thejobsharepodcast  Let me know what you guys would like to hear :)
Happy Monday! Happy New Season! Welcome to Season 3! This week, Liz interviews her favourite high school teacher, Mr. Delaney. He talks about what being a music teacher is truly like, what fighting to keep his program alive has been like, and so much more! If you're really interested in music and are considering pursuing a degree in music, please give this episode a listen! This may give you the push, or spark some interest in a dream of yours to teach music.  Thanks for checking out this episode! Please let me know if you enjoyed, or let me know who you'd like me to interview next! Check out the podcast's instagram @thejobsharepodcast 
Liz and Alice chat about what being a Medical Aesthetician entails, what schooling is required, how hard the job is, and more! From her time off after high school figuring out what she should pursue to talks about running her own clinic and maybe becoming a nurse, Alice shares her thoughts, struggles and decisions that have put her on an incredible and successful path. Hopefully this inspires those who are considering entering the field! Please leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcast if you enjoyed! Don't forget to DM the Instagram @thejobsharepodcast for any questions or suggestions!
This week, Liz and Billie had a conversation about what life spent in the air was like. Billie Flynn spent 40 years living his dream: flying jets. From what inspired him & how he knew this life was meant for him, to physically demanding environments and near death experiences, Liz and Billie discuss it all. Billie's messages are truly motivation and inspirational for every single person out there - whether you yourself want to fly jets, or become an author, a doctor, or an artist.  Please follow the job share podcast instagram for more content! Please also leave an awesome review if you enjoyed :)
Owning and managing your own company is no easy task, but Alexa Campbell seems to run her company flawlessly! This week, Alexa and I talk about what it's like to run your own business, and how she does it all at only 25 years old. Hear of how she got started, what her company offers, and where she plans on taking the company! It's a very good listen to those who have an interest in running their own company one day.  Please leave an amazing review if you can :) and don't forget about the job share podcast instagram @thejobsharepodcast !!!
Welcome back everyone! Episode 5 delves into Lauren Schandlen's experience as a Lineworker. Usually considered a Lineman, Lauren shares how she shows up and takes on her job as a Lineworker, a primarily male-dominated career. She shares her thought processes in high school, how she came to the decision to work as a powerline technician, what the job entails, and how she proves to herself how incredibly well she can do her job. Her story is very interesting, as she's faced poor attitudes from teachers and is one of four women tackling an apprenticeship in Line work. Hope you enjoy!  Be sure to leave a 5 star review if you enjoyed! Also follow the job share podcast instagram :) it's just @thejobsharepodcast
This week, Wayne Scanlan shares his experiences as a news and sports writer. Wayne has been able to travel the world, meet his sports idols, and cover incredible stories. Wayne also delves into what a work day in the life looks like for him, the challenges of the job, and more! Hear what it's like to interview Wayne Gretzky, Sidney Crosby, and many others! Please leave a 5 star review if you're enjoying the episodes!!! Also follow the job share podcast instagram @thejobsharepodcast!!!
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