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What the Job? is an advice podcast on all things jobs. Listen to University of Alberta alumni talk about their career paths and learn tips from the Career Centre on everything from networking to resume writing. WTJ is proudly sponsored by our affinity partner TD Insurance.
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Signup to Generate a PitchWhat the Job? is an advice podcast on all things jobs. Listen to University of Alberta alumni talk about their career paths and learn tips from the Career Centre on everything from networking to resume writing. WTJ is proudly sponsored by our affinity partner TD Insurance.
Recent episodes include "Dr Mom" (15 October 2026, 38 minutes), "TD Mini Episodes: UofA grads and their careers at TD" (1 June 2026, 8 minutes), and "Indigenous Women in Leadership" (1 June 2026, 66 minutes).
What the Job publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 33 minutes across 97 episodes.
Booking probability for What the Job is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. What the Job requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. What the Job's contact route on record: verified email.
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What the Job is an education podcast with 97 episodes published.
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Stephanie Liu (Dr Mom) '13 MD is a family physician professor, social media personality and entrepreneur. Learn how she came to this path and how she balances these careers and parenthood. By Dr Mom Skincare is a...
This is the last in our series of University of Alberta grads chatting about their careers at TD. This week features Louie Yang '15 BA (Economics).
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Through lived experience and leadership, these grads are contributing to the priorities outlined by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and helping shape more equitable futures for Indigenous Peoples and...
Each week WTJ will feature a different University of Alberta grad chatting about their careers at TD. This week features Yingsha Zhang '14 BCom.
Each week WTJ will feature a different University of Alberta grad chatting about their careers at TD. This week features Rami Elzein '11 BCom.
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Bonnie Kirschenbaum,'71 BSc(Pharm) grew up in small-town Alberta and decided to become a pharmacist when very few women were entering the field. Her career took her from national organizations in Ottawa to international...
Victor Cui, '95 BA is a prominent Canadian sports executive, best known as the co-founder and former CEO of ONE Championship, Asia's largest mixed martial arts organization. Born and raised in Edmonton, he served as...
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Sam Chimes is a DJ, Busker, Stunt Man, Actor, Producer who has worked around the world. In this podcast he discusses the importance of doing what you are passionate about even if it feels risky. He provides tips and...
From our live event at Edmonton Global for Startup week, exploring what it means to grow globally while staying rooted in the Edmonton region. Featuring esteemed business leaders from the Edmonton Startup community (who...
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Leo Seewald ('97 Law) studied at the University of Alberta and oversaw International operations of large companies like Manulife and Blackrock. While living in Taiwan, he learned Mandarin and became the host of Happy...
Engineering students at the University of Alberta who are Naval Reservists have an opportunity to gain hands-on learning on the high seas. A new co-op program in partnership with the Royal Canadian Navy will have them...
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Considering a leadership role in education? Hear from three women leaders in education and their personal stories. For more information on the Faculty of Education's leadership programs visit ualberta.ca, Faculty of...
This is the fourth part in our TD mini-episode series on how to start your own business. We posted the other three in the spring. You might want to have a listen/re-listen to them. We hope you find some useful pointers...
These panelists have overcome a pandemic, restructuring, and other disruptions at various points in their careers. They discuss how they got through these challenges and excelled. Featuring alumni Sama Ahmed, Erik...
This podcast was recorded in front of a live audience in March of 2025. The panel discusses unique career paths in the life sciences, with a particular emphasis on roles in academic administration and features Eric...
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This is the third in our four part mini series on starting your own business. This episode discusses the importance of and how to complete a SWOT analysis.
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This is the second in our four part mini series on starting your own business. This episode discusses steps to create a business plan.
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This is the first in our four part mini series on starting your own business. This episode discusses steps to take prior to beginning your business plan.
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This month's live panel features Arts alumni Kelly Mellings, Xinting Zhao and Fiwanda Mithrush discussing owning an art's related business, quitting your day job and working in the music, publishing, arts admin and...
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Listen to this inspiring panel of U of A alumni who have turned their passion for sports into dynamic careers. Hear from: Natasha Staniszewski, '00 BCom – Former TSN SportsCentre anchor and current media host for the...
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family physician, clinical university professor, Utah Insurance Department
Managing Director for Sopra Steria Private Sector, Mackinac Island Historic Parks
Assistant Dean of Community and Culture at the University of Victoria, Guiding Star Consulting
obesity medicine specialist, certified in culinary medicine, Hoag Family Cancer Institute
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