"Haskayne Connects", a networking platform
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Like networking, but better.
The Haskayne School of Business and RBC Future Launch platform, 'Ten Thousand Coffees' have partnered to make introductions between students and industry for career-driven conversations easy in the "Haskayne Connects" community.
Networking is known to be essential to career building. But why?
- Networking can nurture long-lasting relationships.
- Exchange ideas & improve your industry knowledge.
- Find new opportunities.
And, so much more.
Networking is a long-term investment that will continue to give back to you as your career grows. With Ten Thousand Coffees, having those career-driven conversations is easy. You will receive one introduction per month to a fellow student or industry contact based on your career interests and goals.
How does it work?
Create your profile.
Choose your interests and goals so we can introduce you to someone similar.
Get your first introduction.
We will send you the profile of someone who can help you with your goals and help you get the conversation started with suggested talking points.
Meet for coffee, virtually.
Meet for a video chat or a phone call. It's up to you! Ask questions, share your experience, and give advice.
Whether you're a student deciding what classes to take, or you're an industry professional wanting to share your experience — Haskayne Connects is the place to do it.
Join Haskayne Connects to be matched with fellow students and industry professionals for career-driven conversations.
Coffee chats have given me new perspectives on different business sectors as well as helping me to build my confidence for interviews and my future career.
Student