FidelityNext

Student resumé and interview tips: How to stand out amongst the crowd | Episode 6

Today we’ll hear from two members of Fidelity Canada’s recruitment team: Mansoora Khalifa, Recruitment Consultant, and Komal Sharma, Campus Relations Manager. Mansoora, Komal, and host Emily Anonuevo discuss resumé best practices that will make your application stand out, what recruiters look for during interviews, how you can make a memorable impression online and the importance of being your authentic self during the application process. Making a positive impression with a resumé and interview is a favourite topic during our campus events. If you or someone you know is applying for a job, this is the podcast for you!

What blockchain and cryptocurrencies mean for our future | Episode 5

On the fifth FidelityNext podcast, Fidelity Canada’s investment professionals discuss what research says about blockchain and cryptocurrencies and how these technologies could shape our future and create opportunities for young Canadians. Portfolio manager and director of research Joe Overdevest, alongside equity research analysts Nic Bellemare and Max Adelson look at what is next for cryptocurrencies, expand on this asset class, and how blockchain has changed business models. They also touch on their career paths from post-secondary education to investment management.

Diversity and inclusion in the workplace | Episode 4

On the fourth FidelityNext podcast we welcome a special guest, Dr. Hadiya Roderique. Dr. Roderique is a lawyer, researcher and award-winning writer, and today discusses how students can make their voices heard and enact change, and what they should consider when it comes to diversity at a company. Dr. Roderique and host Emily Anonuevo are joined by Najma Pilgrim, Human Resources Director and Diversity and Inclusion Lead at Fidelity Canada, who touches on diversity and inclusion in the workplace overall, and specifically what initiatives Fidelity Canada has taken.

Backpacks to briefcase: How to build a future at Fidelity | Episode 3

Fidelity Canada has a long history of meeting students directly on campus - which we haven’t been able to do lately, due to the pandemic. But we hope that these FidelityNext podcasts - and live interactive webcasts - will bridge that gap and provide you with the information we share during typical sessions on campus. This episode features Joe Overdevest, Director of Research and Portfolio Manager, who normally travels to campuses to talk about his work experience, prior experiences originally as a co-op student, and career opportunities at Fidelity. Joe shares tips on how to kick-start your career, and how to be effective when seeking job opportunities.

How to start networking virtually | Episode 2

In this second episode of FidelityNext, host Emily Anonuevo is joined by Komal Sharma, Campus Relations Manager, and Laura Mustard, Manager of Fidelity’s Business Development Representative team, to discuss a very timely topic: virtual networking. Listen to learn how to use networking platforms in an effective way, and how to build relationships with like-minded professionals. Also, find out how to navigate your career in a virtual environment.

Do’s and don’ts of social media | Episode 1

FidelityNext is a live webcast and podcast series for post-secondary students, where we’ll provide you with the tools you need to navigate your impending careers successfully in today’s landscape. Fidelity Canada has a long history of meeting students directly on campus, and we hope these FidelityNext webcasts and podcasts will bridge that gap and provide you with the information we share during typical sessions on campus. Host Emily Anonuevo is joined by Komal Sharma, Campus Relations Manager, and Elizabeth Cameron, Social Media Manager, who share tips on social media do’s and don’ts - so you can make a lasting impression and avoid damaging mistakes in how you’re represented online. Learn how to represent yourself online when job searching, and find out how to avoid the common social media mistakes!