FidelityNext

FidelityNext x Invested In Wellness: 5-minute walking meditation | Episode 39

On today’s podcast, we welcome back Jessie Sarafian, host of Fidelity Canada’s Invested in Wellness podcast and live webcast, who will take us through a guided meditation that you can do while walking outside. Practicing mindfulness, deep breathing and body awareness can be done anytime, anywhere, and is a fantastic way to center yourself and clear your mind.

Being a co-op student at Fidelity | Episode 38

At Fidelity, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive co-op program that equips you with tools and resources needed to succeed in your future career. Students get exposure to real-life work experience in a range of departments within the financial services industry, from Client Services to IT and tech, advisor sales and beyond. In today’s podcast, host Emily Anonuevo sits down with Fidelity co-op students, Andrea Cua, Keshawna Rose and Sophia Battista. Our panel today share their first-hand co-op experience, what to expect from a placement and offer advice on how you can make the most of your co-op term at Fidelity.

The evolution of work: How Fidelity embraces dynamic working | Episode 37

Over the last three years, we’ve seen our work environments truly evolve. Today, companies around the world are leading the charge as they adopt extraordinary changes in the way employees work – changes that truly encourage flexibility and productivity, and position us to be successful in ways that are unique to us. Diana Godfrey, Senior Vice President of Human Resources, joins host Emily Anonuevo in discussing how Fidelity Canada is a key part of hybrid working - a new work evolution. This new dynamic way of working offers Fidelity employees a balanced, flexible and supportive working environment.

The path from student to portfolio strategist | Episode 36

The world of finance and technology are overlapping in many aspects these days and professionals in the finance industry will be crucial in helping people and organizations maximize their return on investments. So, how can students leverage their passion for researching markets and analytical thinking skills into a career within the investment industry? Joining host Emily Anonuevo are Paul Aulicino, portfolio strategist, and Matthew MacMull, director of product research at Fidelity. Paul and Matthew share their insights on their career path, what steps they took to land their jobs, including Paul’s journey from a co-op student to a full-time employee, and what it’s like to work at Fidelity.

Success in sales at Fidelity Canada | Episode 35

In today’s podcast, our host Emily Anonuevo sits down with two exceptional members of Fidelity’s sales team: Patrick Farkas, Manager of Regional Sales and Jaime Ethier a Senior Business Development Manager who work out of our Vancouver office. Jaime and Patrick share tips and advice about what it’s like to work in sales at Fidelity. They break down how they got started in sales and what a day in the life can look like as a sales representative. If you’re interested in a career in sales, Jaime and Patrick share their interview tips and how you can stand out from the crowd within Fidelity’s intensive sales development program. Patrick concludes by sharing what makes the sales development program unique and Jaime breaks down how a career in sales can be a rewarding experience.

Understanding the new First Home Savings Account | Episode 34

Whether you’re planning to buy a new home or if owning your own home is a dream of yours down the road, the first home savings account or an FHSA, allows you to save up to $40,000 tax-free towards the purchase of your first home.

To tell you all about how you can get an FHSA is David Daladouire, Director of Operations in Client Services. David discusses with host Emily Anonuevo the details of an FHSA and how it can help investors save for their first home. He also breaks down the nitty-gritty details of an account, such as the tax benefits of signing up and how long you can keep your account… which is longer than you might think! 

Boost your down payment! You could win $8,000 and put it toward your first home. Learn more and enter here: https://go.fidelity.ca/FHSA-Contest

Celebrating women in asset management: Career journeys at Fidelity | Episode 33

Today we are celebrating International Women’s Day - an annual global celebration focusing on women's successes, rights and advocacy. And in recognition of this special day, we are sharing two incredible and inspiring stories from Fidelity.

In this episode of FidelityNEXT, host Emily Anonuevo sits down with two outstanding Fidelity employees, Claire Fleming an equity research analyst and Reetu Kumra, a 15-year veteran in the financial industry, director of research, and portfolio manager. Claire and Reetu share their career journeys and what it is like to work within the financial industry. They discuss the obstacles they face as a woman in finance and the career advice they would give their younger selves. They also share what it is like working at Fidelity and what makes a career here at Fidelity unique.

Discover Fidelity’s tech career opportunities | Episode 32

On today’s episode we’re diving into Fidelity Canada’s tech career opportunities. Fidelity may be known as a destination for business or finance grads, but tech is a rapidly growing area of the company. Host Emily Anonuevo sits down with Russell Kaunds, VP Infrastructure Services Group, and Michael Desbiens, Director Infrastructure and Support, to learn about their group’s role at Fidelity, open postings, tips for new grads, and the skills needed to excel in tech roles.

FidelityNext x Invested In Wellness: 5-minute manifestation meditation | Episode 31

We’re bringing you a special episode of FidelityNext today, welcoming back Jessie Sarafian, host of our "Invested in Wellness" podcast and live webcast series. The start of a new year is an ideal time to reflect on your future aspirations and goals for the year. Today Jessie will lead us through a manifestation meditation to clear our minds and prepare for the year ahead. For more from Jessie, subscribe to her podcast “Invested in Wellness” or tune in to her live webcast on Mondays at 12:30 pm EST.

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Start your career in sales at Fidelity Canada | Episode 30

If you’re considering starting your career with Fidelity, today’s episode is for you. On today’s show we’re joined by two members of Fidelity Canada’s sales team – Patrick Farkas and Jamie Ethier, who are both based out of our Vancouver office. Patrick is the Manager Regional Sales, and Jamie is a Business Development Manager Senior. They join host Nicole Correale to share their specific job responsibilities, their career path, and Fidelity’s career opportunities for new grads, which includes our unique sales program and award-winning development program.