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
S3 EP 8 | CSE Full Stack Developer At Plotly | ft. Shahzeb Afroze
Welcome to the East Meets West Pakistani Professional Journeys Podcast! In this episode, we chat with Shahzeb Afroze, a BBA graduate from the Schulich School of Business who's worked at Deloitte and Plotly as a full stack developer. Shahzeb shares insights from his life in Pakistan, his academic journey, and his professional experiences in Canada. He discusses the challenges of transitioning to a new country, the importance of networking, and his unorthodox career path from business to tech. Tune in to hear his valuable advice for young professionals navigating the job market and striving for success.
00:00 Intro
00:19 Guest Introduction: Shahzeb Afroze
00:33 Experience in Pakistan
01:38 Transition to Canada
02:36 University Life and Challenges
04:08 Experience at Schulich
06:40 Shift From BBA to CS
09:51 Finding Internships
12:23 Landing a Job at Deloitte
14:17 Consulting at Deloitte: Diverse Projects and Learning
15:39 Transition to Plotly: Job Search and Interviews
16:31 Life at Plotly: Company Culture and Role
17:24 Choosing Full Stack Development
18:20 Explaining the Full Stack Role
20:19 Advice to My Younger Self
23:14 Navigating the Current Job Market
26:34 Defining Success: Financial Freedom and Personal Fulfillment