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Can it pay to be an influencer? Social media content creators are popping up everywhere: podcasts, YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and Twitch. Can this unconventional profession be an established career choice for students, and how might it fit into a long-term career plan? In this episode, Labib Ahmad and Harrison Yeung discuss what it takes to have a successful career as an influencer, the pros and cons you might not have considered, and the kind of roles that have emerged with the rise of social media.

Do you remember being asked as a kid, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” It’s a question that haunts people throughout their careers — where am I going? Well, we have good news: it’s totally okay to not know what you want to do. In this episode, Labib Ahmad and Harrison Yeung discuss their career paths and the uncertainty that comes with them. Do you really need a definite plan for your career? Do you have to have a specific end goal in mind? Their personal experiences highlight that career uncertainty is exceedingly common, and that the real key is building career resiliency to succeed in your professional life. Later, Labib and Harrison also discuss the importance of term-based jobs that can propel young careers forward. There are so many options to choose from, like the Explore Micro-Placements Program, which allows students to gain real-world experience without the long-term commitment.

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Want career advice that’s candid, fun and relevant? In each episode of In the Works, we sit down with a special guest and chat about what’s new in the world of work. You’ll get honest advice from someone who’s been there, learn how you can turn your education experience into an exciting job, and hear some of their hilarious stories and conversations along the way. www.ucalgary.ca/careers

In this episode, David and Lawrence discuss the benefits of joining a professional association before sitting down to chat with Helen Hajnoczky, Editorial and Marketing Coordinator with University Press at the University of Calgary. She shares the circumstances that led her to a career in publishing, including writing for student publications such as NoD and Rampike magazine, and divulges resources and programs to help you get your start in the industry.

It's the little things. David and Lawrence explore the importance of customer service jobs and the lessons and skills you gain. They also delve into their experiences working in the industry and reflect on when they delivered excellent customer service before finding their respective careers. Later, David and Jingfeng chat with Lawrence Kirtiadi (MEng '15, BSc '12), Territory Manager at Bellgro Health and Wellness. With a background in engineering, Kirtiadi discusses what influenced his decision to switch to sales and the importance of finding a mentor to aid you in your career journey. He also shares his thoughts on networking and what you should really be taking away from each connection you make.

In this episode, David and Lawrence explore how to navigate challenging interview questions and the benefits of completing the Clifton Strengths test. Later, David and Shubham chat with Thiago, an intermediate software developer at Helcim. Thiago recounts his experience growing up in Brazil and pursuing a Bachelor's of Electronic and Computer Engineering at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro and the exchange trip that led him to pursue a MSc of Electrical Engineering at the University of Calgary. He explains the lessons he's learned over the years, including tackling and facing new problems and challenges. David and Lawrence cap off the episode by discussing the correlation between popular games such as poker or the game of life and career development.

David and Lawrence discuss their first summer jobs and provide tips for those looking to land their own. Later, David and student host Shubham chat with Dorothy Chung (BSW 19") about her practicum and what it's like to be a social worker in the field of children's services. To round off the episode, David and Lawrence revisit their CD for film and TV segment, applying career development tips to The Intern (2015), starring Robert De Niro and Anne Hathaway.