East Meets West: Pakistani Professional Journeys
§ The goal of this podcast is to provide stories and experiences of Pakistani professionals in their respective industries and to allow listeners to be more informed of their field of interest.
§ A common connection being Pakistani roots allows for relatable stories for individuals who are looking to grow in their profession or simply want to learn more about a particular field.
§ There will be no industry left untouched from start-ups, traditional careers paths or newer outlets such as podcasts, YouTube or side hustles. Join me as we explore the various careers that Pakistani professionals are working at in the West.
East Meets West: Pakistani Professional Journeys
S2 EP8 | Revenue Accounting Manager At Uber | Ft. Alamgir Khandwala
This episode of the East Meets West Pakistani Professional Journeys podcast features Alamgir Khandwala, a York University graduate who worked his way up to a revenue accounting manager at Uber, following a tenure at Deloitte as a senior accountant. Alamgir shares his experiences growing up between the U.S. and Canada, his educational journey, the importance of embracing failure, taking risks, and the continuous pursuit of growth and learning. Outside of his professional life, Alamgir actively contributes to empowering youth in underprivileged communities and rebranding disabilities through achievements. His story is one of perseverance, embracing diverse opportunities, and balancing professional ambition with community service and personal growth.
0:00 Intro
01:29 Pakistani Experience - Raised In The West
04:46 York University Experience
05:57 Jobs During University
07:26 The Importance of Perseverance
10:27 Involved In The Community
13:10 Starting New Activities
14:27 Shifting Back To The US
15:36 Experience At Uber
16:37 Maintaining Network
19:49 Advice To University Students
21:04 Maintaining Cultural Values
23:22 Defining Success