Hey folks,
Getting straight into things today.
In today’s newsletter: Paul Bakhmut has gone from international student to running for mayor in 15 years.
Also: What’s your newcomer archetype?
Plus: Mher Mardoyan has a formula for helping you get your dream job.
By: Dozie Anyaegbunam
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From international student to mayor?
15 years ago, Paul Bakhmut moved from Ukraine to Edmonton as an international student. Today, he’s in the running for the Mayor of Edmonton.
His vision for Edmonton in two years if he wins? A city that looks and feels alive, not one littered with “for lease” signs. A place that feels safe, not just in police statistics but in actual lived experience.
I love these sort of stories. And if you are in Edmonton, here’s his manifesto.
Listen to the full conversation⤵
What’s your newcomer archetype?
So I launched a thing.
Have you ever thought about your newcomer archetype? Like who you are now. Not who you were before you moved to Canada, or who you imagined you’d be, but who you’re actually becoming in this new context.
Developed in collaboration with the amazing Keely Cronin PhD, the newcomer archetype quiz helps immigrants discover their unique strengths and provide insights and actionable steps for settling into Canada and joining in to make it a better place for everyone.
Take the quiz⤵
Unlock your newcomer archetype
How do you get your dream job?
Mher Mardoyan is a career coach who helps newcomers to Canada find jobs. And he has a 90% success rate.
These days, for every job posting, there are thousands of applicants. And only a tiny weeny number get called in for interviews. Mher thinks its about 2%.
The way out, Mher believes, is the hidden job market. This is where majority of the hiring happens. And the only way to access these opportunities is through networking and referrals.
Because people help people they know and trust, not strangers asking for favors.
Listen to the full conversation⤵
What am I excited about?
The first set of illustrations are finally done. Like done done. Who wants to see one or more of them?
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