Career Recharge: InStage Live – Network Yourself

Ever been stumped when asked to introduce yourself at a networking event or in a job interview? How can you best make a positive first impression on a potential employer or future customer?

As part of Thriving in the 2021 Workplace, join Career Recharge and Seneca Alumni in exploring how to introduce yourself professionally and share tips on networking in the current virtual workplace.

Meet the Guest Expert: Stefen Hakim

Stefen Hakim joined RacquetGuys in 2015 as the Communications & eCommerce Manager. Prior to RacquetGuys, Stefen was the Communications Manager at BCN Sports, Director of Communications at People First Inc and a part-time professor at Seneca. Networking and building relationships has been a major focus throughout his career. As a consultant, it helped build a client list, and in his current role, networking has helped his team stay on top of various projects and product launches with their brand partners.

Stefen is a graduate of the University of Guelph where he majored in History and Philosophy, and a graduate of Seneca’s Public Relations – Corporate Communications program.

About InStage

InStage creates active-learning simulations for the development of communication skills, such as introducing yourself, presenting products and services, interviewing and more. An InStage simulation immerses attendees in a virtual environment where they can apply what they've learned, a critical phase of the learning process.

New for 2021, Career Recharge is pleased to offer a digital certificate of completion for individuals who attend all six virtual workshops in our Thriving in the 2021 Workforce series. To receive a certificate, please email careerrecharge@senecacollege.ca after the series’ final workshop on Feb. 23, 2021.