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United States
New Zealand
9,300
New Zealand
Career Advisor
Owen Xu

"Launch Global Career"

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Career Journey
Mechanical Engineering → Data Analytics → Business Intelligence → Data Leadership → Career Advisor
Role
Senior Business Analyst
Level
Senior
Field
Business Analysis
Comapny / University
NZX Wealth Technologies
Summary

I've helped hundreds of international students and professionals land their first jobs and grow their careers across New Zealand, Australia, and the US. As a business analyst, mentor, and founder, I'm passionate about turning potential into opportunities.

Bio / Story

I am a seasoned business and data analyst with rich experience in various industries in New Zealand such as government, transport, asset, insurance, property and finance. I have over 5 years of mentoring and coaching experience and I am always passionate about developing students, graduates, juniors and intermediates in data analytics and soft skills. I have also published the first ever data analytics industry and market manual (Chinese) in New Zealand. Besides, I have coached hundreds of job seekers in finding their first jobs in the US, News Zealand and Australia.  love golf and play with a 5 handicap.

I always want to see other people succeed in their career and I have obtained years of mentoring experience.

Career Abroad -  What I can help with
Career Direction

How did you choose your career path?
How did you know which career was right for you?
Have you ever considered changing careers?
What was the most important career decision you made?
What would you do differently if you started again?
How has your career changed over time?
What are you working towards next?

Finding a Job

How did you find your first job?
What was the hardest part of your job search?
What helped you the most when looking for work?
How did you stand out from other candidates?
Did you ever struggle to find a job?
How long did it take you to find your first job?
What do you wish you had known before job hunting?

Career Growth

How did you progress in your career?
How did you get your first promotion?
Which skills helped you grow the most?
What was the biggest turning point in your career?
What slowed down your career growth?
What helped you take the next step?
What would you have done earlier in your career?

Salary

How did your salary change as your career progressed?
When did you get your biggest salary increase?
What helped you increase your salary?
Did changing jobs help you earn more?
When did you feel financially comfortable in your career?
What do you wish you had known about salary earlier?

Skills & Learning

Which skills have been most valuable in your career?
What skills do you wish you had learned earlier?
How did you learn the skills you use today?
Which skills helped you get better opportunities?
Were any certifications actually useful for your career?
What did you spend time learning that turned out not to be useful?

AI & Future Demand

How has AI changed the way you work?
Which AI tools do you use in your work?
What AI skills have been useful for you?
Has AI changed your role or responsibilities?
What are you learning to stay relevant?
Are you worried about how AI might affect your career?

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