Career Starter with Ashley Misquitta

Send us Fan Mail What does it actually take to build a successful career in marketing, and what do most students learn too late? In this episode of The Career Starter Show, Sarah-Jane Martin (Managing Partner, Chief Talent Officer and Associate General Counsel at Sprott Inc) shares the lessons she learned the hard way.   S.J. (Sarah-Jane) talks about how her thinking about creativity, data, and de...

Send us Fan Mail Want to stand out in your job search? In this episode of The Career Starter Show, Ashley Misquitta sits down with Susan Gygax, a talent acquisition leader who has hired for multi-billion-dollar companies. Susan breaks down why STAR stories are outdated, how recruiters actually evaluate candidates in 2025, and the LinkedIn mistakes that quietly cost students interviews. You’ll lear...

Send us Fan Mail Why most people are bad at interviews and how YOU can be different. In this episode, bestselling author and master storyteller Matthew Dicks breaks down the surprising science behind storytelling, attention, and trust. Learn how to stand out in job interviews by telling stories that connect. Discover why most interview answers are forgettable and how to make yours unforgettable. P...

Send us Fan Mail Melissa Wilson drops a truth bomb on every student dreaming of a marketing job: passion isn’t enough—proof is. As the National Head of Marketing & Communications at Doane Grant Thornton LLP, Melissa’s hired students, mentored grads, and built teams across Canada. In this episode, she reveals the 3 traits that make early-career candidates irresistible: curiosity, follow-through...

Send us Fan Mail If you’re watching this in your second year, you may already be behind. Finance recruiting doesn’t wait. It starts early—and moves fast. In this episode of the Career Starter Podcast, I sit down with Laura Kay (https://ca.linkedin.com/in/laurakay3108), who leads campus recruiting at National Bank, to break down exactly: - When you need to start preparing (hint: yesterday) - What s...

Send us Fan Mail McKinsey Consultant Rashi Kakkar reveals why "human skills" matter more than technical expertise in consulting. She shares her unique journey and the networking conversation that changed everything, breaks down the real interview process, and explains how consulting builds a high "metabolic rate" that accelerates your entire career. Essential insights for any b...

Send us Fan Mail Sign up for our FREE weekly newsletter In this episode of the Career Starter Show, Ashley Misquitta sits down with Stephen Mostrom , founder of a content agency called Damn Smart and advocate for lifelong learning. Stephen shares how he built a standout career by committing to daily personal development and using online content to demonstrate credibility and skill. If you’re unsur...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the *Career Starter Show*, I sit down with Garth Gibbes from Ivey Business School to unpack how students can build meaningful, standout careers right from school. We cover the importance of curiosity, how to approach networking, and the hidden habits of top-performing students. Whether you're an undergrad or MBA student, this conversation is packed with ins...

Send us Fan Mail Sign up for our FREE weekly newsletter   In this episode of the Career Starter Podcast, I’m joined by Jonathan Corrales — former engineer and program manager in the software industry. Today he is an interview coach who shares the powerful framework that helps his clients land jobs in under 10 weeks, even in a tough market. We break down: - Why the “spray and pray” job application...

Send us Fan Mail Sign up for our FREE newsletter !  In this episode, I had a great conversation with Alison Gilbert and you wouldn't believe some of the valuable advice she has for students looking for jobs in Equity Research. Alison is a Managing Director at BMO Capital Markets and is in charge of hiring and managing the Canadian/US/UK team of equity research associates. She does not hold ba...

Send us Fan Mail This is a must-listen podcast if you’re interested in investment banking.  Griff spent two years as an investment banking analyst at Morgan Stanley in NY and is now working in private equity.  We really get into the weeds here. Griff goes into detail about how he did his job search all the way down to the script he used to reach out to people. Despite his impressive background, Gr...

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Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, Justin Cal shares his journey from a non-traditional background in life sciences to becoming an equity research associate at TD Cowan. He discusses the competitive nature of the job market in capital markets, the importance of networking, and how to leverage LinkedIn and informational interviews effectively. Justin emphasizes the need for preparation, critica...