How new immigrants can get finance jobs in Canada | Personal Finance and Resume Tips ft.

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In this episode of WorkWise Conversations, we sit down with Bahroz Abbas (‪@bahroz‬ ) a finance veteran with over 18 years of experience, currently serving as the Head of Finance for the LEGO Group USA. Bahroz’s incredible journey from Pakistan to Dubai, then Canada, and now the USA, provides a unique perspective on navigating a successful career in the finance sector as an immigrant.

Bahroz shares invaluable advice for immigrants in Canada looking to break into the finance industry. We discuss the common challenges new immigrants face during their job search, tips on optimizing your resume to stand out, and effective negotiation strategies to secure the best possible opportunities.

We also dive deep into the importance of building a strong network on LinkedIn. Bahroz offers practical tips on how to leverage LinkedIn to connect with industry professionals, how to make your profile stand out, and how a well-crafted network can significantly ease your first job search in Canada.

Beyond career advice, Bahroz, who is also a content creator and career coach, delves into the fundamentals of personal finance. We cover essential topics such as growing wealth, making smart investments, and enhancing financial literacy to secure a stable and prosperous future.

Whether you're an aspiring finance professional or someone looking to improve your financial knowledge, this conversation is packed with actionable insights.

🔗 Check out Bahroz Abbas's YouTube Channels:
Bahroz Abbas (English) :    / @bahroz  
North American Desi (Hindi/Urdu):    / @northamerican-desi  

🔗 Connect with us on LinkedIn:
Jaskeerat's LinkedIn:   / jaskeerat-singh-bhatia  
Bahroz's LinkedIn:   / bahroz-abbas-hussain-b484724a  

Chapters:
00:00 Hook
01:17 Overview
02:10 Intro
04:50 USA v/s Canada
08:02 Work culture differences
12:36 Is Finance a good career in Canada for immigrants
18:32 Career paths and salaries in Finance
24:25 How to get your first job as a new immigrant
32:39 Resume optimization
37:00 Salary negotiation
45:00 Basics of Personal finance
51:30 Resources for learning how to invest
56:36 Stock Markets v/s real estate investments
59:46 Side hustles
01:01:26 Outro and next episode

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