Unlock Your Dream Job: Expert Career Tips from a Top Recruiter

Are you a University of Calgary alum, current student, or staff member looking to advance your career? You won't want to miss the Grow Your Career: Get Hired mini-conference, offering proven strategies to help you unlock your next career opportunities.

Event Details

The event will take place on Saturday, February 21, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. at UCalgary's downtown campus. Hosted annually by UCalgary Alumni Engagement, this conference is designed to provide accessible career development support to the university community.

Keynote Speaker Insights

This year's keynote speaker is Sheila Musgrove, BA'92, founder of TAG Recruitment and author of the bestselling book, Hired! How to Get the Zippy Gig: Insider Secrets from a Top Recruiter. Musgrove will share her expert insights on:

• Recruitment strategies to stand out to employers
• How to put your best foot forward in job applications
• Avoiding common resumé and interview pitfalls that can derail your chances

Networking and Professional Development Opportunities

Attendees will have access to valuable resources, including:

• Resumé reviews by career professionals
• Professional LinkedIn photos to enhance your online presence
• Networking sessions with panellists and fellow UCalgary community members over snacks and beverages
• A free copy of Musgrove's best-selling book to guide your job search

Owen Stockden, MA'09, UCalgary's director of Alumni Programs, emphasizes the importance of this event: "As Canada’s entrepreneurial university, UCalgary is one of the top universities in the country for providing career and personal development support to our alumni and campus community. The annual Grow Your Career conference has continued to increase in size and impact over the past few years, and we’re thrilled to have an industry expert like Sheila Musgrove join us to provide insider tips on resumé building and interviewing."

Registration Information

Registration is open to all UCalgary community members and includes snacks and refreshments for a fee of $15. If this fee presents a barrier to attendance, contact alumni@ucalgary.ca for support.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain actionable career advice and connect with professionals who can help you achieve your career goals!