What's That Job Like?

Lindsey breaks down what every aspiring Interior Designer should know about the industry. Follow a "day in the life" of an Interior Designer to help you answer the question "is interior design the right career for me?" We discuss how to get your foot in the door, the pros and cons of working for yourself, or working as an employee. We talk compensation, challenges, rewards, and lots more!

How do you decide which engineering path to choose? What is daily life like for Civil Engineers? What education and certifications do you really need, and what are nice-to-haves? We talk compensation, how to secure the first job, unique challenges, and more. Alan systematically answers every question you could have about the profession.

What is the daily life of a Psychologist actually like? How to decide if a career in Psychology is right for you. What avenues and specialties are available, and how much do they pay? Cliff brings 25 years of experience and sheds light on the fascinating field of Psychology.

There are many stereotypes about working in this field, and Cliff does a masterful job drawing key distinctions between roles within the profession, as well as dispelling common myths, and giving practical advice.

What's it actually like to be a firefighter? What separates those who make it in, and those who don't? Casey has the answers. A five-year veteran, he walks us through the daily realities of serving as a firefighter. As always, we do a deep dive into the good, the bad, and the ugly of this profession.

We answer "How much does a firefighter make?" at every stage of their career, and what it takes to rise through the ranks.

Ricky provides loads of valuable information and resources about how to enter the field of Cyber Security. As always, we discuss daily routines, how much you should make, and what unique challenges and opportunities the field presents.

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This job is a research nerd's dream. Chris works for the Army, but you can also be an Intelligence Analyst on the civilian side. We discuss daily tasks and routines, what degrees to target, how to choose a specialization, and the surprisingly great pay and benefits that come with the position.

Nancy breaks down for us the realities, routines, and rewards of being a teacher. If you’ve ever thought about teaching, this episode will help you. We talk classroom management, how to engage your students, how to grow in your skills, and where to find resources. We also dip our toes in a bit of politics, because public policy decisions so directly affect this profession.

Susannah is an ICU nurse with great stories and insights into this uniquely rewarding and challenging field. She honestly answers all the questions future nurses might have. We discuss compensation, little-known parts of the job, advice on education (What do you REALLY need?) and advancing your career, and much more!

Ashtyn gives us an in depth look at the life of a Pilates instructor. She breaks down the certification process, income potential, and the best ways to find a work environment that fits you. We also discuss the challenges of this career, who should and should not become an instructor, and how best to hone your skills.

Wealth Management is a great career for those with a mind for money, numbers, and people. Diane walks us through the benefits and challenges of daily life in Finance, and gives a realistic look on what it takes to succeed. As always, we walk you through a day in the life, what education and skills are really needed, work-life balance, and how best to get started.