Moving cities can be scary. But sometimes the best moves are the ones you don't overthink.
Vancouver felt quieter at first — then I realized it's focused. People build here.
Key insights
- Start with community, not job boards
- Optimize your story: what you learned, not just what you did
- Ask for specific feedback, not generic advice
- Move fast on follow-ups (24–48h)
My personal experience
I treated every coffee chat as a mini sprint: clear goal, short notes, quick follow-up.
When I stopped chasing perfect roles and started building relationships, everything changed.