Break Into the Job Market: ERP & Contracting with Slava Pisanka

Immigration success, ERP consulting, and breaking into the job market as a contractor—that’s the journey Slava Pisanka shares in this episode. From Kazakhstan to Canada, he explains the exact steps he took to overcome barriers, build a network from scratch, and launch a thriving ERP consulting career.Slava breaks down a systematic approach to immigrating, finding work, and navigating the contractor business model. Whether you're a newcomer seeking guidance or a professional exploring ERP, this episode delivers practical, real‑world strategies you can apply immediately.He opens up about:• His immigration journey from Kazakhstan to Canada• ERP as a pathway into the Canadian job market• A systematic approach to immigrating successfully• Building a network in a new country• Overcoming employment barriers and the survival stage• Networking strategies for introverts• Breaking into ERP contracting• Lessons learned about consulting and the sales cycle• Recovering from entrepreneurial setbacks• Persistence, dreams, and long‑term career growthEpisode Chapters00:00 Introduction to Slava Pisanka02:03 Slava’s Immigration Journey from Kazakhstan to Canada06:15 ERP as a Career Pathway into Canada09:18 A Systematic Approach to Immigrating to Canada11:47 Building a Professional Network in a New Country13:51 Overcoming Employment Barriers and the Survival Stage17:23 The Importance of Having an Immigration Plan and Preparing for Setbacks20:21 Networking Strategies for Immigrants23:54 Breaking Into ERP Contracting29:15 Three Key Lessons Learned About ERP Consulting and Contracting32:16 How Getting the Next Contract Is Like a Sales Cycle36:41 Slava’s First Attempt at Starting a Business40:51 Recovering from a Major Setback in Entrepreneurship42:25 Having a Dream and the Persistence to See It Through43:20 How to Connect with Slava and Episode Wrap-Up45:10 Closing and Call to ActionDiscovery OptimizationThis episode explores immigration success, ERP consulting, contracting careers, networking for newcomers, and breaking into the job market. Ideal for listeners interested in career transitions, consulting, entrepreneurship, and building a professional life in a new country.