I sat down with Romayne Ebanks to discuss navigating career transitions as an immigrant professional. Romayne is a career coach, certified HR professional, and founder of Romlor Consulting Services, with a unique passion for guiding professionals to navigate their career paths with confidence and clarity. A geographer at heart, Romayne is captivated by life’s uncharted territories and the thrillof discovering new horizons.
In 2015, Romayne began inspiring students as a geographyteacher, guiding them to explore the world and coaching them for high-stakes competitions like Parliamentary debates and Model United Nations. It wasn’t long before Romayne discovered a true calling: helping people navigate the complex landscape of their careers.
In this episode you will learn:
• How it all started - What was your mindset like when youfirst decided to move to Canada? How did you prepare mentally for the challenges ahead?
• What were some of the biggest challenges you faced whilenavigating your career transition as a new immigrant?
• Did you face moments of self-doubt during your careertransition? How did you navigate those moments and stay motivated?
• How did you adapt to the job market in Canada, especiallywith differences in workplace culture and expectations?
• What specific skills or knowledge did you need to acquireto adapt to the professional landscape in Canada?
• What strategies did you use to rebuild or grow yourprofessional network after immigrating?
• How important was personal branding in standing out as anew immigrant in a competitive job market?
• How did you handle rejection or setbacks in your careerjourney, and what lessons did you learn from them?
• Did mentorship play a role in your career transition? Ifso, how did you find the right mentors, and what impact did they have on your journey?
• What advice would you give to new immigrants trying to establish themselves professionally in Canada?
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