ALFA Relations

“I try to see interviewing as performance art, and just take it as it comes.” - Liz Phair. In episode 20, the ALFA Relations team is led by Alex and Allen, due to Luca being out because of work. They give the listeners an update on their lives and their hunt for jobs. In addition, they discuss their process of getting a job and provide advice on interviewing and getting into the workforce as recent graduates/soon to be graduates. 

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“A wise person should have money in their head, but not in their heart.” - Jonathan Swift. In episode 19, The ALFA Relations team is joined by Concordia student and founder of FutureMe Finance, Maria Stawnichy. She discusses the idea and origins of her program and her personal journey with finances as an emerging adult. In addition, she breaks down her finance program, explains the importance of setting realistic goals and values and shares what her values mean to her in relation to finances. Maria also explains the “money mindset” and gives advice to emerging adults on how to be more financially efficient. 

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“Music does bring people together. It allows us to experience the same emotions. People everywhere are the same in heart and spirit. No matter what language we speak, what color we are, the form of our politics or the expression of our love and our faith, music proves: We are the same.” - John Denver. In episode 18, the ALFA Relations team is joined by music producer, A&R, P.R, and producer manager, Manny Matthews. He discusses where his passion for music spawns from, his story behind wanting to get into producing music, and his experience with management. In addition, Manny talks about the Montreal music scene, what he looks for in artists, and the importance of collaboration for growth. ALFA also converses with Manny about mental health and the struggles of upcoming music talent. 

Manny's socials:

Manny's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immanuelmatthews/

Manny's Twitter: https://twitter.com/immanuelmatt

Manny's projects: https://linktr.ee/mannymatthews

Manny's collaborators:

Tibe: https://www.instagram.com/prodbytibe/

Yiff: https://www.instagram.com/soufwestyiff/

foulchild: https://www.instagram.com/foulchild/

Kaheem Isica: https://www.instagram.com/kaheemisica/

Seven LC: https://www.instagram.com/iam7lc/

and more...

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“Fear is often our immediate response to uncertainty. There's nothing wrong with experiencing fear. The key is not to get stuck in it.” (Gabrielle Bernstein). In episode 17, the ALFA Relations team catches up and discusses uncertain times. The team talks about their mental health break and the importance of prioritizing it. Allen breaks down his experience of getting COVID-19 and the pressures of finding his first place. In addition, Alex gets everyone up to the date with the chaos of her last semester and potential job prospects. The team also catches up with Luca and explores his experience of trying to get into the workforce.

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“Listening doesn’t mean I’m agreeing with you, it means I’m listening to understand you.” - Diane Fulton. In episode 16, the ALFA Relations team is joined by Concordia University professor Diane Fulton to discuss leadership. She talks about the importance of leadership, the benefits and challenges of it and what it takes to be an effective leader. In addition, she gives insight on leadership, decision-making, and conflict during the global pandemic, and breaks down the difference between a leader, a manager, and a facilitator.

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“Without communication, there is no relationship. Without respect, there is no love. Without trust, there’s no reason to continue” - Anonymous. In episode 15, the ALFA Relations team is joined by brand ambassador and best friend, Patrick Laranjeiro to talk about relationships. They discuss dating during COVID-19, the struggles of being socially distant, and dating outside of your culture and religion. In addition, they explore what the most important factors are in a relationship to succeed and how to build trust with your partner.

Book: The Relationship Cure

https://www.amazon.ca/Relationship-Cure-Strengthening-Marriage-Friendships/dp/0609809539

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“You gotta take the good with the bad and you gotta be able to be mentally tough, more than physically” - Jay Jackson. In episode 14, the ALFA team is joined by their talented graphic designer and great friend, Jay Jackson! This episode explores Jay’s career in theft prevention, his past as a Sergeant in the Marine Corp, being a father, as well as, his passion for graphic design. How does he do it all? Listen to find out!

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“BE YOUR OWN ALFA” hoodies are still available on instagram until February 12th, 2021. 

Bottle up, "to keep (a feeling or emotion) inside instead of expressing it; to hide (a feeling or emotion)" - Merriam Webster. In episode 13, the ALFA Relations team are joined by Vive’s project manager of events, Stefania Restagno. Stefania joined the ALFA team to discuss and promote Vive’s “Don’t Bottle It Up” event - an event meant to destigmatize the notions that revolve around mental health. In this episode, the team, facilitated by Stefania, conduct their own simulation of DBIU and dive deep into their own mental health journeys. 

Vive’s “Don’t Bottle It Up” event:

DATE: January 28th, 2021

TIME: 7pm to 9pm

WHERE: Zoom

The event is free to attend, however, they will be taking donations! All proceeds will be donated to Head and Hands, an organization whose mission is to provide youth with the tools they need to make informed decisions about their physical and mental well-being.

Don’t Bottle It Up event Tickets: https://e.sparxo.com/Vive-DBIU

Vive’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/viveproject/

Vive’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/concordiavive

Enactus Concordia: https://www.instagram.com/enactus_concordia/

Head and Hands: https://headandhands.ca/

Mental health resources at Concordia:

https://www.concordia.ca/health/mental/services.html

https://www.concordia.ca/health/mental.html

BE YOUR OWN ALFA hoodies still available at:

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“Lots of people want to ride with you in the limo, but what you want is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down.” - Oprah Winfrey. In episode 12, the ALFA Relations team are joined by their fourth member - Faisal Nouri - the F to their ALFA! He discusses his experience of moving to Canada from Lebanon, in his teens, and what that transition was for him. In addition, the team discusses Faisal’s contribution to ALFA and how the idea came to be. His passion for photography, and his aspirations of the future are also explored. Strap in and get ready, because this episode is a bumpy ride!

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https://www.instagram.com/faisalnouri/

“Wanting to be someone else is a waste of who you are.” - Kurt Cobain. In episode 11, the ALFA Relations team discusses what being your own ALFA means to them, as well as disclosing some personal experiences that relate to their own journeys. In addition, they reveal the launch of the “Be Your Own ALFA” hoodies and the meaning behind the brand.

Be Your Own ALFA is about being unique and embracing yourself for who you are. We’re all systems our own journey and it's about trusting that process. 

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