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 10 | Founder Revohub and Director of Training + Employment | Ft. Maham Khalid
In this episode of East Meets West Pakistani Professional Journeys Podcast, we dive into the inspiring journey of Maham Khalid. With a double major in psychology and sociology and a Master's in Public Administration from the University of Punjab, Maham shares her experiences from Pakistan to her transition to a successful HR manager and project manager career in Canada. Founder of Revo Hub, Maham discusses the challenges and triumphs of starting her own venture, addressing cultural barriers, integration, and the significance of resilience and perseverance. Tune in to learn about career mapping, personal branding, and the intersection of human resources and technology.
00:00 Intro
01:42 Early Life and Education in Pakistan
02:41 Transition to Life in Canada
04:29 Challenges Faced as an Immigrant in Canada
06:45 Career Path in HR
09:49 Founding Revo Hub
14:41 Balancing Entrepreneurship and Life
16:44 Maintain Positive Attitude
18:30 Director at YWCA
20:43 Time Management Strategies
23:01 Setting and Achieving Goals
25:13 Advice for Newcomers to Canada
27:36 Breaking Into HR sector
30:44 Defining Success