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Career Management Podcast

No matter where you are in your recruitment journey, this podcast is here to help you move forward, and not just with a job offer but with the mindset and confidence to shape a career that grows with you. We know you're navigating so much more than just recruiting timelines. You're making decisions in the middle of uncertainty, managing competing pressures, and exploring big questions about who you are and where you want to go next.

With the help of our Career Coaches, Operations Team, and Corporate Recruiters, we bring you real student stories and strategies for recruitment. Each episode is grounded in what Ivey students are actually navigating right now: shifting industries, evolving roles, and big decisions about how to use their strengths to make an impact. Expect honest conversations, practical tools you can apply immediately, and insights that go well beyond resumes and cover letters.

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"What do I do if I haven't landed a summer internship?" With Angela

Kate talks candidly with Angela (HBA '26) about landing her first summer internship in April 2025 and what kept her going until the second internship arrived. 

Career Mentors: What to stop, start, and continue doing for recruitment

Career Mentors share their insights and advice on what to stop, start, and continue doing for networking, resumes, interviews, and recruiting in general.

"What do I do if I haven't landed a summer internship?" With Angela

Kate talks candidly with Angela (HBA '26) about landing her first summer internship in April 2025 and what kept her going until the second internship arrived. They discuss how Angela thought she'd spend the rest of her summer compared to what actually happened, the surprise of receiving two new internship offers in May, and how separating her self-worth from recruitment made a meaningful difference.

Recruiting Across the Country and Around the World With Yisi, Michael, & Ryanna

Kate learns how Yisi (MSc-BA '24) recruited in Alberta from Ontario, how Michael (MSc-IB/CEMS '26) recruited before and during his time on exchange in Europe, and how Ryanna (HBA '26) went from a cold outreach to developing her dream internship in Singapore! They share the advantages, disadvantages, and words of advice for recruiting outside of Ontario.

"How do I keep going despite rejection?" With Hana

Kate interviews Hana (HBA '24) about how she stayed resilient throughout the long (and often thankless) recruitment process.

"How do I coffee chat?" With Julian

Kate coffee chats with Julian Birkinshaw (Dean of Ivey MBA '91, PhD '95), showing that even if you are nervous to coffee chat, you can show up and ask thoughtful questions!

How do I network well?

Kate and Amanda discuss the types of networking events you might attend throughout the year and share tips for preparation.

What are the timelines and tips by industry?

The CRT shares timelines and tips for their respective industry partners.

What can I expect from Fall recruitment?

Kate meets with Amanda (CRT) to discuss what students can expect from Fall recruitment, including the types of networking events and how students can get prepared using tools in 12Twenty and their LEARN CME community.

"How can I use my Strengths in recruiting?" With Natasha

Alex meets with Natasha to hear how she used her Top 5 CliftonStrengths at Ivey, in the workplace, and her advice on using Strengths during recruitment.

"What's the HBA UK Trek Like?" With Cheryl

Kate speaks with Cheryl (HBA '26) about the highlights from the HBA UK Trek and her experience as a Student Ambassador.

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Kate Barnes
Career Coach, Manager

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