Breaking into Tech as a Business Systems Analyst | Pushpak Sharma | CIBC | KnowItAll Podcast Ep. 1

🎙️ Welcome to the first episode of the Know It All Podcast! 🎉

In this episode, I’m joined by Pushpak Sharma, a Business Systems Analyst at CIBC with over 5 years of industry experience. We dive deep into Pushpak's journey, from breaking into the Canadian tech industry as an international student to a successful career in one of Canada's top banks.

🛠️ Key Takeaways:
Pushpak’s path to becoming a Business Systems Analyst
How he navigated the Canadian job market as an international student
Tips for landing a job in tech and finance
The importance of networking and standing out during job applications
Insights into the interview process and how to prepare
General life advice for those looking to break into tech in Canada
Whether you’re an international student, a new grad, or someone looking to transition into tech, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration!

👥 Guest Information:
Pushpak Sharma: Business Systems Analyst at CIBC
Connect with Pushpak on LinkedIn:   / pushpak-sharma  
Resources for certifications: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/pushpa...

💡 Episode Highlights:
00:00 – Introduction
00:43 – Pushpak’s journey from international student to BSA
05:28 – Reason for coming to Canada
14:16 – Tackling Issues in landing interviews
21:43 – BSA at CIBC
26:34 – Interview process, Resources and Tips
31:30 – Day in life as a BSA
36:14 – Amazing work culture at CIBC
43:45 – Networking, Content creation, and Personal Branding
47:45 – Final advice and insights on mentorship

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