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My Story in 30 presented by Fit for Business

My Story in 30 presented by Fit for Business

By Fit for Business

Welcome to My Story in 30, a podcast hosted by Fit for Business. Within 30-minutes, upper-year Ted Rogers School students openly share their real, unfiltered experiences and journeys. Hear how they navigated challenges as they share their own secrets to success as a university student.
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My Story in 30 presented by Fit for BusinessJun 17, 2022

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67. School of Accounting and Finance

67. School of Accounting and Finance

Cayl Baggayan, a School of Accounting and Finance (SAF) student majoring in Accounting  shares his unconventional journey. He explains his experience as a transfer student from a chemistry program and why he decided to pursue accounting. Cayl is also the incoming President of the Toronto Met Accounting (TMA) course union and talks about how TMA supports students in the Accounting major. 

Mar 15, 202418:51
66. School of Hospitality and Tourism

66. School of Hospitality and Tourism

Libby Worden, a Hospitality and Tourism Management (HTM) student, talks about why she chose the program. Libby always knew she wanted to help people and enjoys being customer-facing, so she knew the Hospitality program would be the right fit. Although HTM is a small program, she talks about how it feels like a small community within the Ted Rogers School. She is connected with her peers and the professors are supportive and available to students. She talks about how the major is quite interactive and encourages students to go outside of the classroom and get experience in the industry.

Mar 15, 202416:25
65. School of Retail Management

65. School of Retail Management

Jillien Arrubio, a School of  Retail Management student, shares her passion for the program. Jillien started her academic journey in Early Childhood studies but later found that it was not the right fit for her. She transferred faculties into Retail Management at the Ted Rogers School and discusses how her program is based on experiential learning, career pathways, how to get involved and opportunities there are for students to explore the retail industry.  

Mar 15, 202424:12
64. Discover Marketing

64. Discover Marketing

Victor Etti, a Business Management student majoring in Marketing Management, shares why he switched programs early into his academic career. Victor started in the School of Accounting and Finance, but realized that he wanted to pursue Marketing which would allow him to explore his passions and creativity. He is also part of the Black Business Students Association (BBSA)  and talks about how the Ted Rogers School offers so many events, workshops and Bootcamps  for anything that interests you. Victor goes on to talk about the inviting, connected, and vibrant the community is. 

Mar 15, 202424:25
63. Discover Law and Business

63. Discover Law and Business

Simrun Nagpaul, a Business Management student majoring in  Law and Business, discusses what her major is like and the skills she’s gained. Currently, she is the President of the Law and Business Student Association (LBSA) which is the course union and shares how they support students in the major. Simrun talks about different resources that helped her in her first- year such as the Program Advising and Student Success (PASS). Simrun is also a Ted Rogers Co-op student and shares different career paths in the major and how what she has learned applies in the real world. 

Mar 15, 202422:33
62. Discover Global Management Studies

62. Discover Global Management Studies

Katie Doan, a Business Management student majoring in Global Management Studies (GMS), discusses how her major gives her a wide range of opportunity to learn various topics, explore different interests, and the group work required which allowed her to get out of her comfort zone. As an international student, Katie shares what drew her to the Ted Rogers School and how she can take what she learns from her major and the Ted Rogers Co-op Program and apply it wherever she goes. back home to start a business. Katie is also a co-op student and talks about the roles she has been in and some of her accomplishments.

Mar 15, 202413:31
61. Discover Economics Management and Science

61. Discover Economics Management and Science

Bebake Bains, a Business Management student majoring in Economics Management and Science, talks about her experience in the major and how she knew it was the right fit for her. Bebake is part of the Ted Rogers Economic Society (TRES), which is the course union for the major and shares how they support EMS students. She talks about what her classes were like in first-year and how they compare to her classes now that she declared her major. Bebake also goes to share how she was able to make friends in first-year and how she has made lasting connections.

Mar 15, 202419:02
60. Discover Entrepreneurship and Strategy

60. Discover Entrepreneurship and Strategy

Evan Bacal, a Business Management student majoring in Entrepreneurship and Strategy, shares his first-year experience and how he decided what major to pursue. He is also currently the President of the Toronto Metropolitan Sports and Business Association (TMSBA). Evan was debating between majoring in Marketing Management and Entrepreneurship and Strategy, but ultimately decided to major in Entrepreneurship because it is hands-on and the projects push students to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, unleash their creativity and take action. 

Mar 15, 202423:43
59. Discover Human Resources Management

59. Discover Human Resources Management

Bavisha Thavarajah, Business Management student majoring in Human Resources Management, shares why she chose her major and how she built community at the Ted Rogers School. She is currently part of  Toronto Met Accounting, a TedPack Mentor, Co-op Connect Mentor, and an Academic Peer Helper. Bavisha discusses the different courses in the HRM major, courses, career pathways, and more. She talks about different opportunities on campus that students can take advantage of in their first- year to start engaging in the TRSM community. 

Mar 15, 202417:48
58. Discover Business Technology Management

58. Discover Business Technology Management

Abdullah Bhutta, a student in the a Business Technology Management student,  program, talks about his experience in the program. major. Abdullah is the current President of the Information Technology Management Students’ Association (ITMSA) which is the course union for the major. He goes on to share what students can expect from the program, courses, the Ted Rogers Co-op Program co-op program and talks about the advantages of being surrounded by different companies and being close to the financial district.

Mar 15, 202417:46
57. How Co-op Helped me Navigate my Career w/ Maria Di Matteo

57. How Co-op Helped me Navigate my Career w/ Maria Di Matteo

Maria Di Matteo, a 5th-year Marketing Management student shares how the Ted Rogers Co-op program helped her gain different experiences, which helped her navigate her career. She discusses experiencing different work environments in your co-op work terms and not being too picky to get a better understanding of what you like and do not like. 


Through her experience in the Ted Rogers Co-op Program, working in downtown Toronto and Alberta,  her work terms have given her clarity on what she wants to do with her career. Maria gives tips on how to stand out as an applicant and highlights how important having a strong LinkedIn profile is.

Mar 15, 202434:05
56. How your Passions can Fuel your Career w/ Muhammed Saif

56. How your Passions can Fuel your Career w/ Muhammed Saif

In this episode of the My Story in 30 podcast, Muhammed Saif or better known as Saif, a third-year Business Technology Management student, shares how he was able to pursue his passions while building his professional career. He discusses how he found his passions, what keeps him motivated, and how his passions helped lead him to professional opportunities.


Additionally, Saif shares the various supports he has taken advantage of. He applied to and won many scholarships awarded by TRSM and explains how he was able to find what scholarships he was eligible for. The Business Career Hub and his Co-op Coordinator helped him navigate during his co-op journey. He goes on to advise listeners to recognize what they like and take advantage of the opportunities around them.

Mar 01, 202422:41
55. Finding Confidence as an International Student w/ Jasmann Singh Narang

55. Finding Confidence as an International Student w/ Jasmann Singh Narang

Jasmann Singh, an international student pursuing Marketing talks about his experience connecting with people in events and the real world. He goes on to give advice on how international students can get themselves out there and build long lasting connections. Jasmann was part of the Top 10 % in his first year and discusses how that recognition and FFB events helped him gain the confidence to go out and speak to people. He talks about his interest as a story teller and how he was able to translate his passions into his career path. 

Feb 16, 202429:54
54. From Probation and Fatherhood to Graduating with a Full-time Job w/ Ifechukwu Agulefo

54. From Probation and Fatherhood to Graduating with a Full-time Job w/ Ifechukwu Agulefo

Ifechukwu Agulefo shares his journey on how he transformed his academic career during his time in TRSM when he was put on probation in his first year. He shares the challenges in first year and how living freely affected his academic journey. On top of probation, Ifechkwu shares how fatherhood also affected his academic journey.

Ifechkwu talks about how his personal life motivated him to do better in school and take charge of his education. His story shows the importance of taking advantage of the resources the school offers and putting yourself in uncomfortable situations to grow as an individual. 

Feb 02, 202425:16
53. How Networking Lead me to Opportunities w/ Miguel Ting

53. How Networking Lead me to Opportunities w/ Miguel Ting

Miguel Ting, a 5th year Global Management student shares his experience being a first year student in TRSM getting involved in student groups. He discusses the benefits of networking, building relationships with people and how that has helped him in getting leadership positions and co-op opportunities. 


Miguel talks about his interview experience with Oxford Properties and how he landed the role as well as what skills helped him get to the position he is in today with Simplii Financial. He shares what networking is like as an introvert and how he overcame it. 

Jan 19, 202425:40
52. Recognizing burnout and finding a balanced lifestyle w/ Myuri Mohan

52. Recognizing burnout and finding a balanced lifestyle w/ Myuri Mohan

Myuri Mohan, a fourth year Law and Business student discusses her journey dealing with workaholism and burnout. She explains her experience with over committing herself to academics, social activities and extracurriculars and how she came to the realization that she was burnout. 

Recovering from burnout is a process. Myuri speaks about how she feels like she has been dealing with it for years but how she took steps and accessed supports for her wellness. She recognizes the importance of living a balanced lifestyle, and how focusing on her personal development was just as important as professional development.

Dec 08, 202329:41
51. Finding community at TRSM as an International Student w/ Aman Mathur

51. Finding community at TRSM as an International Student w/ Aman Mathur

Aman Mathur, a 3rd year International Student majoring in Global Management Studies shares his experience arriving in Toronto from India and finding a sense of community at the Ted Rogers School. He shares his story about why he chose TRSM, the choices he made, experiences he has had, and how TRSM supports helped him find his footing.

Aman explains how he navigated through his academic journey with the help of Centre for Student Development and Counseling, International Student Support, and Fit for Business. Listen in as Aman shares how coming to a new country can be intimidating, but trusting the process is an important part of the journey.

Nov 24, 202326:25
50. How I funded international exchange in Paris w/ Samantha Mpiana

50. How I funded international exchange in Paris w/ Samantha Mpiana

 Samantha Mpiana, a Business Management student majoring in Entrepreneurship, shares her experience going on international exchange to Paris! She shares her journey from how she applied, funded her trip, her experience being in Paris, and how she felt returning to Toronto.


Samantha funded her trip to Paris through co-op terms, the Global Exchange scholarship, and by working in Paris. She discusses how nerve-racking it was her first month of the exchange, stepping out of her comfort zone and networking, and just how beneficial TMU’s International Exchange program was for her personal development.

Nov 10, 202331:13
49. Dropping out of university and dealing with family pressures W/Temi Akeju

49. Dropping out of university and dealing with family pressures W/Temi Akeju

Temi Akeju, a second-year Accounting and Finance student shares his experience managing family pressure, dropping out of university, and taking a five-year break, before switching programs to a completely different program.

Temi began his university career as an engineering student in hopes of living up to his family's expectations but he quickly realized that the program wasn't for him. He dropped out and decided to take time to volunteer and work full time in sales, before joining the Accounting and Finance program at TRSM. He discusses his experience integrating back into a school environment after a 5-year break and rediscovering his ambition with the help of career consultants at TMU. Temi explains how he overcame family pressure and how transferring programs was necessary for his future.


Oct 27, 202327:34
48. Overcoming Expectations And Challenges In Your First Year w/ Virgil Shaha

48. Overcoming Expectations And Challenges In Your First Year w/ Virgil Shaha

Virgil Shaha, a third-year Business Technology Management student, shares his experience in his first year at the Ted Rogers School and being unsure of what steps to take. Virgil shares his thoughts on Fit for Business, the Business Career Hub, and more Ted Rogers School resources and how they were able to help him. He goes on to discuss the different things students can expect coming into their first year, as well as the many challenges that may come their way. Virgil talks about the feeling of intimidation, balancing school work and extracurriculars, and the fear of putting yourself out there in a new environment.

Aug 29, 202327:26
47. Feeling Anxious Coming Into My First Year w/ Mathrisha Fernando

47. Feeling Anxious Coming Into My First Year w/ Mathrisha Fernando

Mathrisha Fernando, a 3rd year Business Management student majoring in Human Resources, shares her experience of coming into her first year at the Ted Rogers School and feeling anxious and unsure about her goals and career journey. Marthrisha walks us through her thought process throughout her first year and how she found a support system through her own family, as well as the school’s resources like the Business Career Hub. After considering dropping out, she leaned on her supports and found her spark to be more involved and started joining student groups and looking for a career boost job. She highly recommends reaching out in your first year and to not feel pressured to follow other people’s path.

Aug 21, 202323:18
46. "Finding A Sense Of Belonging At TRSM Through Student Groups" w/ Jamie La

46. "Finding A Sense Of Belonging At TRSM Through Student Groups" w/ Jamie La

Jamie La graduated from the Accounting program at TRSM and is currently working full-time at PwC. In this episode, Jamie shares how he found a sense of belonging at the school and how he was able to prove himself through student groups. In his first-year, he knew he wanted to get involved in any way possible - leading him to networking events and case competitions to put himself out there. Throughout his university career, he joined 10 student groups including TRES, TRCSA, CSRSA, TRSS, MDSA, and more. With his experience in those student groups, he developed his knowledge and skillset and was able to translate those skills into the workforce through the Co-op program and now in his full-time position. Jamie highly recommends first-year students to leverage all the resources available at TRSM in order to develop the transferable skills necessary for their career.

Aug 15, 202328:25
45. "Why I transferred to Ted Rogers School of Management" w/ Aleeza Memon

45. "Why I transferred to Ted Rogers School of Management" w/ Aleeza Memon

Aleeza Memon, a second-year Business Management student majoring in Human Resources Management, shares her experience transferring from another university to Ted Rogers School of Management (TRSM). Aleeza speaks about what she did in her first year at TRSM to engage in various student groups and gain skills through different programs and services such as Fit for Business, Business Career Hub, and the Career Boost Program. She also shares the importance of being involved earlier in your undergraduate journey whether it’s through being in a student group or attending events and why it is so important.

May 12, 202322:15
44. "Why I applied to the TRSM International Exchange Program" w/ Minji Kim

44. "Why I applied to the TRSM International Exchange Program" w/ Minji Kim

Minji Kim, a 4th year Business Management majoring in Marketing, shares her TRSM International Exchange Program experience in Paris. Minji walks us through what the application entails and how supportive the TRSM exchange program is throughout the process. Minji’s exchange experience in Paris has helped shape her personally and professionally, allowing her to discover her passion for marketing in the fashion and beauty industry. She highly recommends all TRSM students to take advantage of the International Exchange Program as it’s a once in a lifetime experience.

May 01, 202322:59
43. "How to stand out in your co-op video interview" w/ Keith Wilson

43. "How to stand out in your co-op video interview" w/ Keith Wilson

In collaboration with the Business Career Hub (BCH), this podcast is part of our Co-op Series. This series features upper-year students who share their Co-op journey, tips to support you with your Co-op application and more! In this week’s episode, you’ll learn tips on how to prepare for the video interview of your Co-op application with Keith Wilson.

Keith Wilson, 3rd year Business Technology Management student, shared best practices when completing your Co-op video interview. To prepare his application for the Ted Rogers Co-op Program, Keith leveraged different services from the BCH, specifically attending Bootcamps, which sparked his drive to engage within the Ted Rogers School and helped him build an extensive portfolio of extracurricular experiences to share in his interview and application. Referring back to his successful experience applying to the Co-op program, his tips for students who are currently working on their video interview are to find a niche point to make the application personable and show that you’re able to represent the school in a professional manner.


Apr 14, 202331:14
42. "Leveraging tutoring services for students’ success" w/ Bavisha Thavarajah

42. "Leveraging tutoring services for students’ success" w/ Bavisha Thavarajah

In this week's episode of My Story in 30, Bavisha Thavarajah, 3rd year HRM co-op student. As the first cohort coming into TRSM in a fully virtual environment because of the pandemic, Bavisha looked for different ways to get involved and make the most out of her time at TMU such as tutoring services and events. Seeing the growth and impact of putting herself out there and leveraging the resources available, she decided she wanted to help fellow students and took on being a Tutor at PASS. Bavisha explains that tutoring and PAL sessions are useful and provide flexibility for students to practice the course materials based on their learning styles. Her advice for first-year students is to not be afraid to ask questions because tutoring services are there to help students succeed!

Apr 10, 202326:10
41. "BBSA: Creating a legacy for the Black students community" w/ Mohammad Badawy & Nya Martin-Hemming
Apr 06, 202333:35
40. "TRSS launches EDI Well-being space" w/ Husnaa Zamarai and Sheru Yousafzai

40. "TRSS launches EDI Well-being space" w/ Husnaa Zamarai and Sheru Yousafzai

In this week’s My Story in 30 special episode, we’re thrilled to have Husnaa Zamarai and Sheru Yousafzai from the EDI committee of TRSS sharing with us their recent achievement at CABS for the best EDI initiative for students as they launched the first ever EDI Well-being Space in TRSM.

TRSS has been the voice for many generations of undergraduate TRSM students. Over the past years, students have expressed the need to have a multi-faith room in the TRSM building in addition to the one we have at the university located in the Student Campus Centre (SCC). Oftentimes, staff and faculty members would encounter students praying in the stairwells or in classrooms because they didn’t have a dedicated space in the building nor wanted to be late for classes. As students advocate for students, the EDI committee conducted a community survey in the Fall semester, researched and visited different standards for a multi-faith space and worked closely with faculty members to bring the EDI Well-being Space project to students. 

Thanks to their hard work, in late February, students now have access to the EDI Well-being Space right here in the Ted Rogers School of Management located on the 7th floor, room TRS 1-045. This space is open to those of all faiths/spiritualities or none at all, to pray, meditate, reflect, bereave or find quiet. It is provided to help in managing life, spirituality, health, studies and wellbeing.

Mar 30, 202330:08
39. "Building a cover letter to make your application standout" w/ Spencer Bulley

39. "Building a cover letter to make your application standout" w/ Spencer Bulley

In collaboration with the Business Career Hub (BCH) @tedrogersbch, this podcast is part of our Co-op Series. This series features upper-year students who share their Co-op journey, tips to support you with your Co-op application and more! In this week’s episode, you’ll learn the importance of having a strong resume and cover letter with Spencer Bulley.

Spencer Bulley, 5th year Economics and Management Science, shared insights on tips to build a strong cover letter. Spencer just finished his last work term with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management where he worked directly with C-suite executives. He has been leveraging the Co-op Program and support from the BCH to succeed in positions from investment banking to real estate transaction advisory. With his extensive experience, he provides students with a cover letter guideline to vividly tell their story to prospective employers. His advice for students who are looking to apply for Co-op is to have a diverse approach, and take on different opportunities from student groups involvement, volunteer activities or case competitions.

Mar 17, 202321:26
38. "Tutoring Services and Getting Involved as an International Student" w/ Somin Park

38. "Tutoring Services and Getting Involved as an International Student" w/ Somin Park

Somin Park, 4th year Hospitality and Tourism student, shares her journey as an international student, how she got involved, and helps students as a Peer-Assisted Learning (PAL) Facilitator for Program Advising and Student Success (PASS). Previously she was a Front Desk Agent at HOEM Residence where she interacted with many students. This sparked her passion to work with students and help them succeed as a PAL Facilitator. Somin also explains the differences between PAL and tutoring and how students can leverage the services to feel more prepared during exam season. Amidst midterms, she highly recommends students to start learning early, don’t cram all the materials at once. Follow @trsm_studentsuccess for different resources available for students.

Mar 04, 202331:42
37. “Importance of building your resume: It’s not a one size fits all situation…” w/ Amanjot Malhi

37. “Importance of building your resume: It’s not a one size fits all situation…” w/ Amanjot Malhi

In collaboration with the Business Career Hub (BCH), this podcast is part of our Co-op Series. This series features upper-year students who share their Co-op journey, tips to support you with your Co-op application and more! In this week’s episode, you’ll learn the importance of having a strong resume and cover letter with Amanjot Malhi.

Amanjot Malhi, a fifth year Business Management Co-op student majoring in Human Resources Management, offers insight on how the BCH helped her tailor her resume to jobs to stand out to employers. Her advice to students is to leverage the BCH services earlier and don’t hesitate to have multiple people review your resume. She also shares the secret formula to a great resume, the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, and Result) method and why it is so beneficial to use in your application. Crediting all the support from the BCH,  she has secured a full-time job at Wet’n’Wild Toronto.

Feb 17, 202321:11
36. Impostor syndrome: Most things you think you can’t do, you can w/ Syanna Gardner

36. Impostor syndrome: Most things you think you can’t do, you can w/ Syanna Gardner

Syanna Gardner, a second year Business Management student specializing in Marketing Management, shared how she shaped her university experiences as a commuter student and overcame the imposture syndrome. By changing to a positive growth mindset and having her friends keep her accountable, she has taken on many opportunities such as facilitating Bootcamps at the BCH and joining Enactus’ Project BITS and Black Business Student Association (BBSA). She was able to develop numerous soft skills for her personal and professional journey. Her advice to students is to stop doubting yourself, just do it, and take any opportunity that comes your way.

Fun fact: Syanna is also the winner for the GRIT video campaign: “Made of Grit” from TMU that launched last Fall. Listen to her podcast to find out more!

Feb 03, 202327:10
35: Co-op Series: Importance of Building your Experiences Prior to Co-op w/ Anjali Toolaram

35: Co-op Series: Importance of Building your Experiences Prior to Co-op w/ Anjali Toolaram

Anjali Toolaram graduated from the Accounting Program at TRSM and is currently pursuing her Professional Master Diploma in Accounting, sharing how important it is to build experiences prior to Co-op. She gained the experience she needed to be a part of the Co-op program through attending Bootcamps and getting involved in student groups. With her work experiences at CRA, RBC, and KPMG, she highly recommends students to start getting involved early in your first year, leveraging all the resources that TRSM and TMU have to offer such as BCH and PAss, networking opportunities and the Tri-Mentoring program that help equip students with the transferable skills for their professional development.

Jan 23, 202329:22
34: Juggling Both Full-Time Work and School w/ Gevorg Chibukhchyan

34: Juggling Both Full-Time Work and School w/ Gevorg Chibukhchyan

Gevorg Chibukhchyan, a third year School of Accounting and Finance student talks about how he managed juggling both full-time work and studies. He chose to double major in Accounting and Finance because of his previous work experience at accounting firms and education in college. This led to his interest in building skills in Finance and pursuing his CPA designation. Currently, he is the Vice President of Finance at the Ted Rogers Investment Council and Senior Advisory Consultant at K&P CPAs. Crediting his expertise in time management, he is able to separate his school life, work life and personal life. His advice for first-year students is to see what works for your schedule, take advantage of everything, and don’t rush through things just because you want to finish it as soon as possible, take your time to do it properly and enjoy the process.

Jan 13, 202321:06
33: Co-op Series: How Co-op Kick-Started My Journey w/ Amy Ko

33: Co-op Series: How Co-op Kick-Started My Journey w/ Amy Ko

In collaboration with the Business Career Hub (BCH), we are excited to share a new special podcast series! This podcast features upper-year students sharing more about their Co-op journey, tips to support you with your Co-op application and more! In this week’s episode, you’ll learn how the Co-op program has kick-started Amy’s journey.

Amy Ko, a fourth year Business Management Co-op student majoring in Marketing Management, explains how she was initially very hesitant to join the Co-op program, but changed her mindset once she was accepted.  She offers insights on how the Co-op program kick-started her journey and more about her  8-month Co-op work term as a Brand Marketing Intern at Sephora. Her advice to students who plan on joining the Co-op program is to be resilient and persistent, attend the information and Co-op sessions the Business Career Hub provides, and when the right moment comes, you will know and it will be immensely rewarding. Crediting the different info sessions offered by the Business Career Hub (BCH) and her previous work experiences in student groups like the Ted Rogers Students' Society (TRSS), Ted Rogers Marketing Association (TRMA) and the Toronto Metropolitan Consulting Association (TMCA), she now plays a part in various projects and roles in Sephora, including the largest holiday campaign of the year.

Dec 09, 202221:23
32: 35% On My QMS Midterm?! w/ Baxter Thomas

32: 35% On My QMS Midterm?! w/ Baxter Thomas

Baxter Thomas, a second year Hospitality and Tourism Management student, talks about how he felt the homesickness transitioning from the middle of nowhere, surrounded by woods, to moving down to the big city of Toronto. From valedictorian to failing his midterm, Baxter explains how he hit the wall of not knowing if he could succeed even when he put in so much effort. He was able to persevere and change his mindset to just keep going and things will get better from there. His advice to students in the same boat is to look at the big picture and while there will always be poor marks, you shouldn’t let grades determine your worth. Crediting his perseverance, he is now a Research Assistant to Dr. Wayne Smith, Chair of Hospitality and Tourism Management, only in his second year.

Nov 25, 202222:10
31: When You Expect Nothing, Things Turn Out Better w/ Terel Leslie

31: When You Expect Nothing, Things Turn Out Better w/ Terel Leslie

Terel Leslie, a second year Business Management student specializing in Human Resources Management, explains how his high school teachers pushed him to focus on academics, forming his mindset of how high school shapes the rest of one’s life. This attitude led him to understand that one has to work because nothing will be handed to you freely. By dipping his feet into different opportunities and joining various student groups like the Toronto Metropolitan Consulting Association (TMCA), Enactus’ Project BITS and Human Resources Student Association (HRSA), he was able to develop numerous soft skills for his professional journey. His advice to students is to put yourself out there and take the opportunities that are available, but don’t burnout by taking too much on.

Nov 11, 202226:21
30: University is All About Grades…Or So I Thought w/ Ramnik Kainth

30: University is All About Grades…Or So I Thought w/ Ramnik Kainth

Ramnik Kainth, a second year Business Management student majoring in Global Management Studies, talks about the factors that pushed her outside of her comfort zone during first year, despite being part of the cohort who started university online. Ramnik explains how growing up, she heard that life begins after university and that it’s a stepping stone to the real world, never learning about the opportunities of getting involved. By being involved and engaged in her first year, she built a large network by the time she entered second year, leading her to be dubbed as the “Queen of LinkedIn”. Ramnik attributes her role as a TedPack Leader during her first year, opening the door to her current position as a TedPack Mentor, a Business Career Hub (BCH) Ambassador and the Director of Events for Global Management Students’ Association (GMSA).

Oct 28, 202227:31
29. “What’s The Worst That Could Happen?” w/ Huzaifa Syed Mohammad

29. “What’s The Worst That Could Happen?” w/ Huzaifa Syed Mohammad

Huzaifa Syed Mohammad, a third year Business Technology Management Co-op student, shares how much different his mindset was back in high school. Mainly focusing on grades and the materialistic outcomes of his work, he had no clue on what he wanted to do in the next 5 years and just went on day by day. His advice to high school students is to put yourself in situations with like-minded individuals to meet people from all over the world and look at things from different perspectives. Crediting the role he took on as a TedPack Leader during his first-year, various opportunities for him to join other student groups opened up, which led to his current position as Co-President for the Ted Rogers Outreach Program (TROP).

Please note: This episode was recorded prior to Ryerson University's official name change to Toronto Metropolitan University.

Oct 14, 202221:28
28: From Saudi Arabia to Toronto w/ Mohammad Badawy

28: From Saudi Arabia to Toronto w/ Mohammad Badawy

Mohammad (Mo) Badawy, a fifth-year Hospitality and Tourism Management student, shares his experience coming into the Ted Rogers School of Management as an international student and immediately getting involved in many student groups. Mo got involved early on in his first year, which lead him to hold leadership roles on the Ted Rogers Students’ Society, Ted Rogers Outreach Program, and Global Management Students Association, and then in his upper years gained work as experience as a Business Development Coordinator at the Business Career Hub and became the President of the Black Business Students Association (BBSA) for two years in a row, expanding his passion to help TRSM students. Mo speaks about why he chose TMU and how he transitioned to the city of Toronto. Crediting the connections he made throughout his time in university, he explains how he grew and lists the defining moments that shaped him to become who he is now.

Please note: This episode was recorded prior to Ryerson University's official name change to Toronto Metropolitan University.

Sep 30, 202231:34
27: Getting Involved In My First Year w/ Murtaza Tinwala

27: Getting Involved In My First Year w/ Murtaza Tinwala

Murtaza Tinwala, a second-year Global Management Studies student, shares his experience of coming into the Ted Rogers School of Management and immediately getting involved with Fit for Business. Murtaza started off as a TedPack Leader in his first year, and is now taking on the role of TedPack Mentor in his second year, becoming a great leader among his peers and around the Ted Rogers School. Murtaza speaks about the transition that he faced in his first year, originally starting online, and then shifting to in-person mid-semester. Murtaza credits the school atmosphere and the overall perception of university life to his success and his striving for getting involved.

Please note: This episode was recorded prior to Ryerson University's official name change to Toronto Metropolitan University.

Aug 12, 202225:40
26: How to Adopt a Growth Mindset w/ Kimberlee Kohilal

26: How to Adopt a Growth Mindset w/ Kimberlee Kohilal

Kimberlee Kohilal, a second-year Global Management Studies and Politics Minor student, shares her experience of coming into the Ted Rogers School of Management and immediately getting involved with Fit for Business. Kimberlee started off as a TedPack Leader in her first year, and then took on the role of TedPack Mentor in her second year, becoming a great leader among her peers and around the Ted Rogers School. She speaks about her journey with adopting a growth mindset, and how that really shaped her understanding of the potential that she had to grow. 

Please note: This episode was recorded prior to Ryerson University's official name change to Toronto Metropolitan University.

Jul 22, 202228:45
25: Finding the Best Version of Yourself w/ Shanaya Kalia

25: Finding the Best Version of Yourself w/ Shanaya Kalia

Shanaya Kalia, a fourth-year Law and Business student, shares her experience of coming into the Ted Rogers School of Management as a transfer student from another university, and getting involved immediately. Shanaya became involved with FFB as a TedPack Mentor, becoming a great leader among her peers and around the Ted Rogers School. She speaks about her journey with finding a job in the public sector as well as the private sector, and she talks about the noticeable differences between the two. Shanaya also got involved with Ryerson Women in Leadership (RWIL) with hopes of breaking barriers and raising awareness to the struggles that women face in the professional industry, and helping people achieve their true potential.

Please note: This episode was recorded prior to Ryerson University's official name change to Toronto Metropolitan University.

Jul 15, 202225:32
24: Finding Your Passion and Reaching Your End Goal w/ Nikesha Sampson

24: Finding Your Passion and Reaching Your End Goal w/ Nikesha Sampson

Nikesha Sampson, a third-year Global Management Studies student, shares her experience of coming into the Ted Rogers School of Management, having never previously taken a business course before, and making the decision to ditch her original plan of being a Computer Science major. Nikesha knew from a very early age that she wanted to own and operate her own fashion business, and her passion for fashion, and interest in the logistics behind running a business prompted her to choose the Ted Rogers School. Nikesha got involved with Fit for Business as a TedPack Leader in her first year, and she heavily credits her TedPack Mentors as well as the mentorship that she received at the Ted Rogers School through other resources like the Tri-Mentoring Program, as a decisive factor in what keeps her moving towards her goals. Nikesha hopes to one day operate a fashion business, and with the drive and ambition that she has, there's no doubt that she will get to her end goal.

Please note: This episode was recorded prior to Ryerson University's official name change to Toronto Metropolitan University.


Jul 08, 202228:08
23: Making Connections and Getting Involved w/ Mariia Andreiko

23: Making Connections and Getting Involved w/ Mariia Andreiko

Mariia Andreiko, a now-finance graduate from Toronto Metropolitan University, shares her experience of coming to Canada from Ukraine as an international student, breaking out of her shell and making connections, and getting involved with student groups around the Ted Rogers School and the rest of the University. Mariia came to Toronto before her first-year at TorontoMet without knowing anybody or having any roots in the city. Mariia used her new surroundings as an opportunity to make connections with people on campus, receiving mentoring from numerous resources, speaking to alumni, and getting involved with student groups around the university. Mariia served as a TedPack Mentor for a number of years, helping guide first-year Ted Rogers School students, and developing deep connections within the Ted Rogers School community. Mariia credits the connections and network that she developed over her undergraduate studies as one of the key reasons she was able to land internships as well as a full-time job post-graduation. 

After her graduation this year, Mariia now serves as the Program Coordinator for Bootcamps for the Business Career Hub at the Ted Rogers School of Management. 

Please note: This episode was recorded prior to Ryerson University's official name change to Toronto Metropolitan University.

Jul 01, 202229:28
22: How I Was Able to Fund My Education Through Scholarships w/ Husnaa Zamarai

22: How I Was Able to Fund My Education Through Scholarships w/ Husnaa Zamarai

Husnaa Zamarai, a fourth-year Marketing Management co-op student, shares her experience applying for and receiving monetary scholarships funding her undergraduate degree. In her first year of university, Husnaa juggled her full-time studies, part-time job, and involvement with student groups while becoming the primary caregiver for her younger siblings. As it became a stressful time in her life, she persevered through the pressure and excelled in her classes - securing several scholarships. She got involved with Fit for Business at its inception, being one of the key figures that helped FFB grow to what it is today. Husnaa now serves as the Business Management Director at the Ted Rogers Students’ Society, a position she was voted in by TRSM students earlier this year, as well as is working in her second co-op work term with RBC.

Jun 24, 202231:47
21: My University Offer Was Rescinded w/ Aazema Chaudhry

21: My University Offer Was Rescinded w/ Aazema Chaudhry

Aazema Chaudhry, a fifth-year Economics and Management Science student, shares her experience of getting her university offer rescinded, and persevering through challenges to eventually being able to come to the Ted Rogers School. Aazema originally planned to attend a different university, and after an unfortunate result in one of her required classes in grade 12, her offer for that program was rescinded. Aazema talks about how she eventually ended up at the Ted Rogers School, and how the Ted Rogers Co-op program persuaded her to stay at TRSM and not transfer to another university. Aazema got involved around the school as soon as she arrived at TRSM, becoming a key member in several student groups such as Women in Information Technology Management (WITM), Muslim Students' Association (TMU MSA), Data and Science Students Association (RDSA), as well as becoming a TedPack Mentor and the effect that FFB had on her. Aazema opens up about her struggles balancing her school work and extra curricular commitments, and she talks about what helped her overcome her fears and barriers.

Jun 17, 202220:09
20: Fitting In As an International Student w/ Asad Salman

20: Fitting In As an International Student w/ Asad Salman

Asad Salman, a second-year international student, majoring in Economics and Management Science, shares his experience of coming to Canada, transferring universities, finding academic success and fitting in as an international student. Asad came to Toronto from Dubai and started his post-secondary life at another university before transferring to the Ted Rogers School of Management after his first-year. Asad got involved with Fit for Business as soon as he arrived at TRSM, and he shares his experiences as a TedPack Leader and his roles in other student groups around TRSM. Asad opens up about his struggle adjusting to life in Toronto all by himself, the pressure of following in his older brother's footsteps, and his eventual acceptance into the Business Management Program at the Ted Rogers School.

Please note: This episode was recorded prior to Ryerson University's official name change to Toronto Metropolitan University.

Jun 10, 202230:15
19: Finding the Right Fit w/ Arezoo Rafkhani

19: Finding the Right Fit w/ Arezoo Rafkhani

Arezoo Rafkhani, a second-year Global Management student, shares her experience of "Finding the Right Fit." While Arezoo originally started her post-secondary life at another university, she transferred to Ted Rogers School of Management in her second year, ultimately enrolling in the Global Management Studies major. Arezoo got involved with Fit for Business as soon as she arrived at TRSM, and she shares her experiences as a TedPack Leader and TedPack Mentor. Arezoo prioritizes her mental health while balancing school with her busy life. She shares her experiences with adjusting to a new school environment, building connections with her peers, dealing with hardships with her schooling and balancing her student role with academics.

**Since the recording of this episode, Arezoo is now serving as the President of Toronto Met Accounting (TMA).**

Please note: This episode was recorded prior to Ryerson University's official name change to Toronto Metropolitan University.

Jun 03, 202220:56
18: My Time as President w/ Brad Wells

18: My Time as President w/ Brad Wells

Brad Wells, a fifth-year marketing student shares his experience as President of the Ted Rogers Students' Society, and the decisions throughout his university life that led him to where he is now. From being a shy first-year student to becoming the president of one of the largest student societies at Toronto Metropolitan University, Brad Wells talks about the things that he did that allowed him to develop relationships around the university which gave him the confidence to run for President of TRSS.

May 27, 202230:26