SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
Explore practical, cost-effective strategies for reducing embodied carbon from pre-design through construction. There’s no single path to decarbonizing buildings, but proven approaches exist that can save money and cut emissions at the same time. During this webinar, Bosa Properties will share how they’ve achieved a 10% embodied carbon reduction, and cost savings, by focusing on the highest-value building elements. Chandos Construction will also highlight lessons from real projects in Alberta and BC, where teams have optimized materials, avoided overdesign, and delivered significant carbon and cost savings.
Cost-Effective Strategies to Cut Embodied Carbon - ZEBx Decarb Lunch
The Globe and Mail hosted an online webinar event titled Gen Z at Work: How Employers are Supporting the Next Generation of Workers which I spoke as the only Gen Z panelist on my experiences entering the workforce post-pandemic.
From 0:00 to 21:10
GLOBE & MAIL EVENT: GEN Z AT WORK
The pandemic wasn't easy for anyone. We, as Gen Z, missed out on what are typically pivotal years of our lives in terms of our education, career and social development. The 'fear of missing out' was top-of-mind for many Gen Z, but it also made our generation hyper-aware of what we value, and what we want.
GLOBE & MAIL: GEN Z AT WORK
Introduction
While previous generations have strived to build careers no matter the consequence, Gen Z recognizes that life is precious, and not all of our time can be working a typical 9 to 5. Yet, this doesn't mean our generation doesn't want to work, it simply means the work we do must be fulfilling, provide value to our lives, or allow us to pursue other areas of our lives that are important to us.
GLOBE & MAIL: GEN Z AT WORK
INTRODUCTION
Giving a new meaning to "work-life balance," Gen Z appreciates flexibility. Our teens and twenties were filled with limited and restricted experiences, and we never want to feel that way again. We look for employers who not only foster flexibility within the workplace, but value the Gen Z perspective. The ability to make in-person connections, have access senior leadership, and work from anywhere on any given week is highly valued.
GLOBE & MAIL: GEN Z AT WORK
INTRODUCTION
Flexibility doesn't only look like of a work-from-home policy. It also looks like flexible health benefits, a culture that is willing to hear new perspectives, and changing who gets a seat at the table. Gen Z wants to be heard, and will be better workers if they are.
GLOBE & MAIL: GEN Z AT WORK
INTRODUCTION
Throughout the webinar, I offer the perspective of a Gen Z who recently entered the workforce. I have gained these insights thanks to an employer who has fostered the ideal Gen Z workplace environment, which I discuss in the webinar. It is important to note that despite being the only Gen Z speaker on the panel, my perspective cannot hold true for an entire generation. My thoughts and feelings are not shared by all, but are what I have witnessed from peers, colleagues, and personal experiences.
GLOBE & MAIL: GEN Z AT WORK
THE WEBINAR
As the Social Coordinator for the University of Toronto's Geography and Planning department's student union (known as TUGS) I organized a career panel for undergraduate students to hear from recent alumni of the department on their career paths since graduation. With four panelists and myself as a moderator, we were able to share advice with students on finding and applying for internships, for applying to grad school, and the role of networking.
Role - Organizer and Moderator
Date - January 31, 2023
Organization - University of Toronto, Toronto Undergraduate Geography Society
Geography & Sustainability Career Panel
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Hello! Let's go around and introduce ourselves and state your name (and pronouns if desired), what and where you studied in university, and your current position within the industry.
TUGS: INDUSTRY PANEL
QUESTIONS
What does your day-to-day work life look like and what made you decide to take on this role?
Are you enjoying it?
TUGS: INDUSTRY PANEL
QUESTIONS
Other than enrolling in your undergraduate program, what did you do in university that helped you secure your first position after graduation?
What from your time in university has helped make you successful in your current position?
TUGS: INDUSTRY PANEL
QUESTIONS
It's generally known that the connections you make can help significantly help your professional career, especially when finding your first job, whether it be for advice, referrals, or references.
Do you have any advice on how to make such connections, reach out to the right people, or even ask for help?
TUGS: INDUSTRY PANEL
QUESTIONS
What is some advice you would give to students in first and second year to help them be successful throughout university and to help them think about life after graduation?
TUGS: INDUSTRY PANEL
QUESTIONS
What advice would give to students in third and fourth year to help them prepare for life post-graduation (job searching, applying for grad school, or other advice fits your expertise)?
TUGS: INDUSTRY PANEL
QUESTIONS