Author: sonyagankina

  • Unleashing the Power of Content: A Journey from Job Loss to Content Marketing Success

    Hey there, I’m Sonya, a content marketer and copywriter on a mission to transform the digital landscape. Rewind a few years, and I was neck-deep in the world of digital marketing, churning out boring content that lacked soul. Those many moons ago, it hit me like a ton of bricks—there was a void in the…

  • Living and Working in Ottawa: How Art Keeps Me Grounded

    Living and Working in Ottawa: How Art Keeps Me Grounded

    School, work, extracurriculars, social life, meal prepping, being creative, health and wellness, etc. I get it. Everyone is busy. We all have our own things going on. And that’s without taking into account any mental health struggles we may be facing or interpersonal issues. Sometimes this can be a heavy weight – to juggle everything,…

  • Navigating Your First CO-OP Work Term at uOttawa

    Navigating Your First CO-OP Work Term at uOttawa

    Are you just beginning your studies at uOttawa and gearing up for your very first CO-OP work term? Here is how to prepare and enjoy your placement. via Telfer Student Voice »

  • Fall Semester Prep 101

    Students, welcome back! Hopefully you had a great summer. Going back to school is equally as exciting as it is nerve-wracking but don’t worry, you will find your classes and settle into a routine quickly enough! Via Telfer Career Centre

  • Building Your LinkedIn Profile

    Building Your LinkedIn Profile

    LinkedIn is how I got my first job. It’s vital to keep your profile updated if you are in the business world. Here are the first baby steps to take and make your profile all-star. via Telfer Student Voice »

  • Second Year Syndrome: Why the Grass is Indeed Greener

    Second Year Syndrome: Why the Grass is Indeed Greener

    Second year was not a good time. If you are experience this, you’re not alone. Third and fourth years were much better so from experience… It does get better. Here is how. via Telfer Student Voice »

  • Getting Involved: How and Why

    I worked with the school, I volunteered with student clubs, I went to events. Getting involved is invaluable. Here is how to do it well. via Telfer Student Voice »

  • How Working at McDonald’s Prepared Me for the “Real World”

    That was a fun time. Invaluable skills learned though. Read about my experience and why these jobs matter here. via Telfer Student Voice »