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The Miracle of Birth - Midwife

Pregnancy and childbirth are life-changing journeys, and midwives play a vital role in supporting mothers in every step of the way. Connie Kieltyka, a dedicated midwife with 33 years of experience, guides expectant mothers through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care, ensuring a safe and comforting experience.

For 11 months, through pregnancy and 2 months of postpartum—Connie provides medical, emotional, and spiritual care for both the parents and baby. She shares the immense responsibility of safeguarding two lives and the deep fulfillment as she witness the miracle of life.

Topics
00:42 Introduction
01:22 Starting out as a midwife
03:50 What does a midwife do?
04:29 Education
06:07 Kinds of midwives and pay
09:45 The journey of care
16:42 Challenges of the job
17:23 The rewards
19:16 What happens when it's "time?"
24:05 Advice for those interested in midwifery

Resources
Cleveland Clinic - What is a midwife?
American College of Nurse-Midwives - About Midwives
Become a Midwife

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Entrepreneur Corner - Design Your Space, Design Your Life: Interior Designer

Your home is more than a place to sleep, it's the space that defines your life. Interior designer Brian Leighton works to understand your needs to execute a sophisticated vision of a space that functionally serves you best and in the end is representation of you.  

Being an interior designer, Brian works as the coordinator between his clients, the vendors that provide his working materials, and the contractors that make alterations to a space at his request. After over 10 years in the business, the key to success lies in successfully managing relationships. At the end of the day, Brian is navigating the lives of his clients by creating and curating their environments where they spend the most time. Tune in to find out more about interior design and fundamental principles of business that can help you on your journey to strike out as an entrepreneur.

Topics

00:38 Introduction
02:34 Developing a business
03:40 Interior designer vs. decorator
04:32 Collaborating with third parties
05:01 The process of working with clients
09:48 Finding work
12:03 Different pricing models
14:02 You can lead a client to water...
15:26 How much can you make?
16:04 Working with difficult clients: a learning curve
17:52 Common design mistakes
18:58 Biggest challenges
19:56 A typical day (they're all different)
20:49 Important skills
22:00 Keeping up with trends
22:26 Sustainable, long-term relationships
25:36 Some advice

Resources

Brian's website

New School of Architecture & Design - How to Become an Interior Designer

New York School of Interior Design - What is Interior Design?

American Society of Interior Designers

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Don't Cross Your Wires - Electrician

In this electrifying episode, we spark up a conversation with a veteran electrician Eli who brings light to his dynamic trade. 

In a world that relies more and more on electricity to function, the job of an electrician is becoming even more important. Eli talks about his experience working in industrial, commercial, and residential electrical work. No matter what kind of job you take, any kind of electrical work comes with challenges: it can be extremely dangerous and it takes a hard physical toll. On the flip side, being an electrician offers the potential for very good pay and an active lifestyle that takes you to many different working environments. Tune in to find out if being an electrician is your next career!

Topics

00:37 Introduction
02:41 Starting out as a professional
05:30 What kind of skills do you need?
07:04 Do you need a formal education?
10:18 How much can you make?
14:38 Specialization - machine electricians
17:23 Dangerous work
17:49 A typical day
19:50 Insurance
20:56 Favorite kind of work
26:42 Biggest challenges
28:08 Rewards and benefits

Resources

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Electrician

National Electrical Contractors Association

Ashworth College - How to Become an Electrician

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If You Want to Make a Difference in Your Community - Social Worker

Cassie Pustilnik is the executive director of Youth Research Inc. YRI is "a responsive research, program, and policy organization that supports the New York Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) 

Cassie comes from a background in social work, having worked for other human social service programs for the past 20 years. In this episode, she talks with Mirav about the challenges and rewards of working in the field of social work–which is a wide array of services that include support for children and families but other areas too like mental health crisis intervention, facilitating access to public resources, and working in hospitals. Are you driven by compassion and empathy with a desire to pursue social and economic justice? Social work may be your opportunity to have a direct positive impact on those experiencing hardship in your community. Tune in to find out more.

Topics
00:40 Introduction, getting started in Social Work
01:47 What really is social work?
02:57 Necessary qualifications
03:41 Cassie's role and the kind of work she does
07:32 Social work is about relationships
07:50 Managing the emotional investment in the work
08:48 How to see if social work might be right for you
10:00 Compensation and potential for growth
12:12 Who is the right fit for social work?
13:32 A day in the life as executive director at YRI
17:12 Misconceptions about the field
21:04 Biggest challenges
21:32 Rewards of doing the work
22:21 How do you keep your passion?

Resources
National Association of Social Workers - New York State Chapter
New York State Society for Clinical Social Work
Adelphi University - How to Become a Social Worker in New York

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Inside the Pipes (AI Proof, for now...) - Plumber

In this episode, Mirav talks with Mark Anderson who is a plumber who has worked in the field for many years and has a thriving plumbing & HVAC business in the Hudson Valley - "A Team Comfort Systems." Plumbing, says Mark, is all about being thoughtful and figuring out how to solve a problem. Simple, right? There's more to it than that.

As a plumber, you have to have specialized knowledge of how pipes, water heaters, drains, and more work together to form a system in a home or business. On top of that, you have to know how to fix the problem when one of those parts breaks, or backs up, or freezes. Plumbing isn't a cakewalk–you're often working in tight spaces, frequently very cold or very hot, and it's dirty work. But the rewards come from establishing honest, long-lasting relationships with your clients and giving them the satisfaction of knowing that their problem has been reliably fixed.  While plumbing might not be the most glamorous profession, it could be right for you. One thing is for sure–AI won't be fixing your pipes anytime soon.

Topics
00:38 Introduction and Mark's background
03:12 Do you need formal training?
03:31 Common kinds of jobs
04:12 How much of your learning happened on the job?
05:28 What you look for when hiring plumbers
06:00 Physical demands
06:55 Biggest challenges
07:08 Earnings and potential for growth
09:33 Can you specialize and make more money?
10:33 Advice for those breaking in
11:05 Rewards of the job
11:40 Would you have done anything differently?

Resources
NYC.gov - Obtain a Master Plumber License
Jobber - New York Plumbing License: How to Become a Certified Plumber in NY State
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association

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The World of Theater: The Business of Acting - Broadway Actress

Lauren Blackman is an accomplished Broadway actress who sits down with Mirav to bring you inside the world of a professional performer. Lauren, a California native, came to New York as a young adult studying at Syracuse University before landing in New York City. Lauren has performed in numerous theater productions, on and off Broadway, including three world premiers (Anastasia, Lempicka, and Little Dancer) and other notable Broadway productions like The Music Man (U/S Marian, next to Hugh Jackman) and Radio City Christmas Spectacular (Mrs. Clause). Read more about Lauren's many accomplishments on her website.  

For those with an interest in musical theater, look no further: Lauren paints a clear picture of the working actor's life. She touches on important topics like agents, castings, auditions, and the physical and mental challenges of performing. But aside from the nitty gritty, she talks about the immensely rewarding aspects of being on stage and seeing the impact a show has on the audience. For her, it all boils down to "giving the dream back to somebody else."

Click here to watch Lauren perform with Hugh Jackman at Radio City Music Hall!

Topics
00:24 Introduction

00:52 How did you discover theater?

03:50 Regional theater vs. Broadway

06:11 Do you need formal training?

10:02 Finding auditions

11:10 Agents

13:26 How do you deal with rejections?

14:59 Preparing for an audition

17:34 A typical day in rehearsal and performance

22:36 Physically challenging work

26:21 Biggest challenges

28:15 Biggest reward?

31:58 The nitty gritty, money

35:37 Do you have opportunities for growth?

37:06 Advice for breaking in

37:36 What do you wish you had known?

38:21 Favorite role you've played?

41:57 A little more nitty gritty: managers and kickbacks

Resources
Actors Access

Playbill Jobs

Broadway Express

Broadway World

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Entrepreneur Corner - Learn to Network: Mastering LinkedIn

For this special episode of How Much Can I Make? Mirav is joined by Meg Columbia-Walsh to discuss the benefits of using LinkedIn to its fullest potential. 

Most professionals have the wrong idea about the purpose of LinkedIn; it's not just an online resume. Rather, LinkedIn is the premier search engine for industry leaders and professionals–and the key is to structure your profile to get the most hits. Meg offers key insights into the way she coaches her mentees to use LinkedIn to make connections with other professionals in their desired field. The result? You might just nail the perfect job.

A distinguished fellow of Columbia University and a recipient of the US Congressional Hero Award, Meg Columbia-Walsh is one of the most successful female entrepreneurs and CEOs in the US with 4 exits/IPOs under her belt. She is one of the most influential voices in the tech/healthcare space.

Topics
00:24 Introduction
02:50 Who should use LinkedIn?
04:57 Mastering LinkedIn
12:15 Tips for the job seeker on LinkedIn
26:21 Networking and mentorship

Resources
LinkedIn
20 steps to a better LinkedIn profile in 2024
Forbes - 14 Steps To Take To Build A Strong Professional Network

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Dog Groomer

Sara Gildersleeve is a professional dog groomer who has been in the business for nearly 20 years. Early in her life, Sara knew she wanted to work with animals. She began her career as a groomer by working for other business owners, and now she owns her own grooming business with many faithful clients.

Dog grooming can be a challenging business: the job places many demands on you physically, like lifting animals and being on your feet for many hours at a time. But the rewards are well worth the effort–for Sara, it's all about seeing the dogs walk out of her doors in tip-top shape and knowing that her clients are satisfied with her work. For those interested in working with animals, grooming can be a fulfilling career, especially as an alternative for those interested in veterinary medicine. Tune in to learn more about grooming and find out if it's the fit for you!

Topics
00:38 Introduction
01:02 Getting into grooming
01:36 Do you need a license?
02:02 Starting out in the business
02:20 A typical day
04:40 Working with show dogs
07:13 The nitty gritty: how much can you make?
08:50 Are there opportunities for growth?
09:15 Handling challenging clients and situations
12:05 Physical demands
12:31 Rewarding parts of the work

Resources
How to become a pet groomer
National Dog Groomers Association of America

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If You Want to Work in the World of TV - TV Producer

TV producer Robyn Feldman has worked in post production across the industry. From a young age Robyn knew she wanted to be involved in storytelling. It's what attracted her to production when she was starting out and it's what led her to working with visionary directors and show runners like Michael Mann and Robert and Michelle King. Robyn has worked on numerous productions–notably Felicity, Blue Bloods, and The Good Fight, to name just a few of her many credits.

As a post production producer, Robyn describes how she works to see a production through from start to finish. She manages budgets, schedules, and teams of people across the entire production to make sure that everything comes together. How does she do it? A combination of common sense, organization, and most of all, knowing how to collaborate. Tune into this episode to hear more about the world of production from an industry insider. 

Topics
00:46 Introduction
01:17 What does a post production producer do?
02:44 Gaining experience and getting started
16:33 A day in the life
18:29 What kind of skills do you need to have?
19:49 Different kinds of producers
28:43 Favorite projects
31:33 Some parting advice

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Entrepreneur Corner - Caterer

In this special episode of How Much Can I Make? Mirav talks to Marcey Brownstein, owner of a highly successful catering business, about her journey as an entrepreneur starting as a young adult all the way up to the present day. Listeners who have an interest in starting and owning a business: tune into this first edition of Entrepreneur Corner, where Mirav will be talking to industry professionals who built their businesses from the ground up.

From a young age, Marcey knew she loved to cook. She didn't start out in that profession though. After spending years in another industry, Marcey decided to pursue her passion–she moonlighted for other businesses in the food industry, and one day she decided to give it a shot. She started out catering one party at a time. Over the span of a few years, she grew her side hustle into a successful business with a reputation for great work. Fast forward to the present day, Marcey employs a full staff with an office and a professional kitchen to support her thriving business.

Topics
00:39 Introduction
01:00 Getting started
08:20 The big break
10:01 Scaling her business
13:34 A day in the life
17:51 Managing sales and bookings
19:30 A picture of the whole process
22:10 Staffing
23:16 Biggest event you've worked
25:14 Potential for earnings
27:52 Biggest challenges
29:18 Advice for beginners
30:52 Some stories from over the years
34:50 Biggest reward?

Resources
Escoffier.edu - Starting a Home-Based Catering Business
International Caterers Association
National Association for Catering & Events

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