Do you need a college degree to get a good job?

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I came across an amazing interview on The Best Business Show with Anthony Pompliano with guest Hannah Maruyama, co-host of The Degree Free podcast. Hannah brings incredible insight over the question of whether one actually needs a college degree to secure a good-paying job. I’ve wrestled with this question before, in my blog “Is a… Read more »

Career Night with UBC International Relations & Political Science Students

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On January 22nd, I was invited by the UBC International Relations Students Society and the Political Science Students Association to take part in a alumni-student facilitated networking event. The central theme was about developing one’s career path and preparing for the job market. Managed by Reshaad Ali, UBC Alumni Engagement Manager, and assisted by Maria… Read more »

2017 UBC Arts Undergraduate Society (AUS) Career Evening – “Limitless”

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On Thursday March 9th, I had the opportunity of speaking in front of UBC Arts students about the value of a liberal arts degree, the career paths available to undergrads, and how to approach the job market. I, along with a panel of other Arts alumni, spoke for about 45 minutes at Café Medina, in… Read more »

Resume Writer Milton Kiang Joins UBC Tri-Mentoring Program

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If you’ve read my earlier blog concerning the value of a Humanities degree, then you will know that I support the UBC Faculty of Arts Tri-Mentoring Program. Last Tuesday night (Oct. 20th) was the kick-off event, where I got to meet other Arts alumni and my two mentees. Christine Lee, an associate director of alumni… Read more »

Vancouver Resume Writer Milton Kiang Featured In UBC Alumni Spotlight!

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After graduating from the University of British Columbia 26 years ago, I was glad to be re-connected to my alma mater through a recent interview I did with the UBC Asian Studies Department. The interview really brought back memories from my undergraduate years – cramming for exams, writing term papers, playing intramural sports, going to… Read more »