Jill’s First Newsletter

Welcome to the inaugural edition of my newsletter, a place where we embark on a journey of personal growth, career development, business insights, and mental health together!

My name is Jill, an Asian woman living in Canada since I was 18. In the past decade, I experienced tremendous growth on both a personal and professional front: graduated from university, rotated through multiple roles in a top Canadian bank, become a Permanent Resident, and met the man who has become my life partner. As I turn 30, I want to share with you my personal reflections and stories of growth, and to evolve and flourish as a community over time.

Personal Growth

Having lived on two continents and being immersed in a different culture has expanded my horizons and shaped the way I interact with the world. Same as many young immigrants when first arriving in Canada, I struggled with language, fitting in, and finding my own voice. If you are going through a similar journey right now, I am glad that I found you! I would love to share the lessons I learned and be your digital friend as you write your own chapter in this world.

Career Development

Undoubtedly, career development is a big part of our lives, regardless of whether you currently work in a corporate setting, or are embarking on an entrepreneurial journey, or anything in between. I would love to share with you how I transitioned across four functions within seven years, and learned how to carry difficult conversations when it’s time to advocate for what you believe in. It encompasses everything from acquiring new skills to advancing in your current role or seeking new opportunities.

Business Insights

As I navigate through different areas in the finance industry, I have become more and more fascinated by how each job function is connected to ensure the efficiency of the financial system. With a STEM background, I love facts and numbers. I will convert business insights into interesting stories and bring you the joy of exploring the business and finance worlds.

Inner Peace

In addition to the challenges we face everyday, we also live in a society filled with social media that’s trying to win our attention at every second. Inner peace has never been this important to our overall well being. It affects how we think, feel, and make decisions. I realized the importance of mental health in my late 20s and want to share with you my reflections on maintaining peace, my journey practicing yoga (now a certified yoga instructor), and how it changed the way I handle stress and relate to others.

As we embark on this journey together, I am excited to grow and learn alongside you and I look forward to the wonderful experiences we will share as a community. Together, we will navigate the complexities of personal growth, career development, business insights, and mental health, supporting and inspiring each other every step of the way.

Thank you for joining me on this adventure!