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 EP10 | Sales Enablement At BlackBerry | Ft. Suwaid Khan
This podcast episode, part of the East Meets West Pakistani Professional Journeys series, features Suwaid Khan, a professional with a rich background in marketing management and currently completing his MBA. Suwaid shares his journey from Pakistan to Canada, detailing the importance of networking prior to moving, his experiences working in various tech startups and large companies like BlackBerry, and strategies for landing roles in Canada. He emphasizes the significance of adapting to Canadian work culture, proactive job searching through startup portals, and maintaining personal connections. Additionally, Suwaid conveys valuable advice for immigrants and discusses the balance between professional achievements and personal fulfillment.
0:00 Intro
01:47 Pakistan Experience
03:58 What is a Product Manager?
12:13 Experience Immigrating To Canada
13:25 Schulich MBA Experience
15:52 Getting Role in Canada
19:05 Applying To Start-Ups in Canada
25:15 Advice for Immigrants
28:19 Defining Success
29:44 Pakistan Culture