How Do Tech Companies Determine Where To Cut Costs In A Layoff?

With all the tech layoffs happening, you are probably wondering how companies like Coinbase can lay off 18% of their staff or Wealthsimple lay off 13% of their staff, despite being profitable companies. In this post I will share my understanding of restructuring at big companies and startups, so that you can understand what goes on behind the scenes. How …

Starting My New Job at Unstoppable Domains

I’ve started my new role in Partnerships at Unstoppable Domains with an industry focus on Blockchain Gaming!! ⭐💎🙌 Working here has been super fun as I’ve been able to combine my passions in gaming, blockchain, and relationship building. 👨 Me: Hey it’s great to meet you, wanted to let you know I’m level 97 in your game, and I’m also staking your …

Shout from Mustafa Qalbani Who Landed a Job as an AE May 2022

I am excited to announce I am graduating from Toronto Metropolitan University and have landed a technology sales job at Veeam Software Canada! It has been a very exciting time as I continue my journey of self growth, working hard over the past 4 years to transition from university to the workforce 🙏 At Veeam, I will be taking on an Account Manager role …

Receiving My TN-1 Visa

I received my TN-1 visa which grants eligibility to work for my US employer for the next few years. Seeing is believing so I wanted to post this for any other Canadian who aspires to do so in the future. I also wrote a blog post guide if you are curious about the process (link in comments) “People who have …

How To Track All of Your Interviews in a Google Sheet (Template Included)

To maximize the amount of job offers you get, you should treat your job search like a sales process. For example, you first need to be clear on who your ideal customer is (industry, company type, and role). Then you might apply to 100 job postings related to that, land interviews at 15 of them, reach final round for 5, …

How To Ask Questions During A Coffee Chat That Will WOW Them

The goal of a coffee chat is to build a professional relationship with your guest by asking insightful questions and actively listening. During a coffee chat, after making a self-introduction and building some rapport, the majority of the time should be you asking the questions. Since you asked your guest for their time, it is your responsibility to ensure the …

Relocating from Toronto to New York City to Work for a Web 3 Startup

I am excited to announce I am moving to New York City to join a startup in the Web 3 industry on April 1st! ⭐🙌✈️ I love many of the defining traits of NYC – the birthplace of Hip-Hop, Wall Street, Broadway, and world class multiculturalism (just like Toronto!) I remember visiting Time Square back in the day (photo) and …