Beyond the Resume: Forging Your Own Path in a Changing Job Market

Schedule

Wed Nov 25 2026 at 05:00 pm to 06:30 pm

UTC-06:00
Location

MC 317 | Stan Grad Centre | Calgary, AB

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Skip the traditional job hunt. Learn how technical skills, funded programs, and entrepreneurial grit can help you build your own career.
About this Event

Landing a traditional corporate role right out of school isn't the only route to a successful career, and in today's shifting job market, it might not even always be the best one.
Join us for a candid panel discussion on how technical skills, entrepreneurial thinking, and resourcefulness can help you create your own opportunities. Featuring a panel of founders, practical innovators, and career strategists, this session will dive into what it really takes to "make your own way", from starting a venture or freelancing to leveraging funded training programs, specialized grants, and hidden internship pathways.
Whether you are considering launching a business, contracting, or simply want to future-proof your career, you will walk away with actionable strategies to take control of your professional future.
Key Topics Covered:

  • Shifting Mindsets: Moving from job seeker to opportunity creator
  • Alternative Routes: Navigating funded post-grad programs, upskilling grants, and non-traditional internships
  • Resourcefulness in Action: Real-world tools to get projects, clients, or ventures off the ground with low capital

Guest Speakers

  • Vivian Cheng, Global Talent Partner & Career Coach, Vivid Career Consulting

📢 Note: Full speaker and facilitator announcements are coming soon! Register now to save your spot and stay tuned for our complete lineup reveal.

More information

  1. Paid parking is available: Map and directions
  2. Light refreshments will be served during the event.
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Where is it happening?

MC 317 | Stan Grad Centre, 1301 16 Avenue Northwest, Calgary, Canada

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