Brewing Success: Navigating and negotiating the intricacies of the professional world | GPCB090

Join us for a dynamic career panel designed to equip graduate students with practical insights on thriving in today’s professional landscape. Featuring five experienced panelists from diverse sectors, this session will explore how to negotiate job offers—including salary, benefits, and vacation—navigate workplace culture, receive and respond to feedback professionally, and understand what to expect during onboarding. Special attention will be given to the nuances of the Canadian workplace context. Whether you're preparing for your first role or transitioning into a new one, this panel will offer valuable strategies and real-world advice to support your success.

• Gain practical strategies for negotiating job offers, such as salary, vacation, and other employment terms, with confidence and professionalism.
• Enhance awareness of how to navigate workplace relationships and culture, including adapting to new environments, building rapport, and setting boundaries early in a role.
• Develop a foundational understanding of professional norms and expectations in the Canadian workplace, including effective communication, feedback dynamics, and onboarding processes.