Jim Voudouris graduated from UofT in 1987 and has been in the workforce for almost forty years. He is now Associate Financial and Life Insurance Advisor for Raymond James Ltd. The advice this alumnus gives Caitlin in episode five of the Econ Job Search Podcast takes the long view of career building, but it is also infused with references to the importance of self-care and self-improvement.

Department of Economics: Jim talked about the legacy studying at UofT left with him. His remarks about learning humility here and his advice; “you’ll never be perfect, so don’t beat yourself up with negative comments about yourself,” is an important lesson. What have you learned about staying positive while searching for a job? [Read more…]