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Job and Career Opportunities with Mirav Ozeri: Explore the job market and make informed decisions. This podcast brings you career advice and opportunities that matter.
Whether you're just starting out, or looking to make a major career change, getting the ins and outs of any job, is key to making informed decisions.
This podcast dives deep into what different careers are really like—what the day-to-day looks like, how much you can earn, and what it takes to succeed. You'll hear firsthand job advice from professionals who've been there, done that, and are eager to share their stories.
If you're curious about your next move, or just exploring career possibilities, you're in the right place!
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Acupuncturist Career Insight - Exploring Alternative Healthcare Job. What do you do when your job turns into a calling? Victoria Balentine built a thriving career as a Manhattan acupuncturist, specializing in women’s reproductive health. With a mix of East-meets-West smarts and sharp networking with top fertility docs, she turned her passion into a bustling practice. In this episode, Victoria drops career insight gold—from building a small business to knowing when (and how!) to walk awa...
Kate Pierson - A Songwriter's Career From “Love Shack” to solo tracks, Kate Pierson takes us on a wild, inspiring journey through her music career — from global fame with the B-52s to the creative freedom of her solo albums. She spills on working with Sia and other pop powerhouses, finding her authentic voice, and those “aha!” songwriting moments when lyrics seem to fall from the sky. Tune in for a fun, fearless, and deeply personal look at what it really takes to build a music career that’s ...
Sitcom Writer Join us to explore career tips from sitcom writer Dawn DeKeyser, who shares insights and job advice for the aspiring writes, What does it really take to make people laugh for a living? That’s the job of Dawn DeKeyser, a veteran comedy writer for hit shows like Ugly Betty and News Radio. She pulls back the curtain on the world of television writing career. Dawn describes the collaborative chaos of a writer's room - a place she calls "a full contact sport" where writers physically...
Travel Designer 6/24/25 Ever wonder if your love of travel could actually be your job? In this episode, we’re jet-setting with Kelli Carpenter, co-founder of KelliGregg Travel, who turned her travel obsession into a full-blown career—and found her sweet spot designing unforgettable trips for LGBTQ families. Kelli spills all the career insights: how she carved out a unique niche, built a thriving business from scratch, and navigated major curveballs (hello, global pandemic). Whether you’re dre...
Cybersecurity In this episode, Mirav sits down with Rivka Tadjer—cybersecurity expert, journalist, and digital protector of executives and corporations —to uncover what it really takes to keep your digital life safe. Rivka shares career insights from her fascinating job path, from reporting to protecting high-level clients (yes, even the White House), and offers practical tips that anyone—yes, even your mom—can use. Whether you're exploring a career change into tech or just want to stop hacke...
Yoga Teacher Thinking about making a career change into the wellness world? Meet Linda Winnick—she went from a fast-paced fashion industry job to owning not one, but two successful yoga studios. In this episode, she gives us the inside scoop on what it’s really like to turn your wellness passion into a full-time career. Linda shares honest career insights, including the nuts and bolts of running a yoga studio—think class pricing, teacher pay, and the not-so-Zen side of managing overhead costs...
Indie Filmmaker Filmmaker Ben Sottak tells us about his journey to making his first horror film "Hallowarrior" amidst challenges while sharing the financial and creative realities of independent film making. Seven years after writing the first draft of his script, Ben finally brought his vision to life through private equity funding and state tax incentives. If you ever dreamed of making a feature film but wondered what it really takes? This is the episode for you! https://v...
Health Food Store Buyer Ever wondered who decides what goes on the shelves at your favorite health food store? Meet Matthew, a Health Food Store Buyer who's turned this behind-the-scenes job into a flexible, practical career that even helped him pay his way through school. In this episode, Matthew gives us a peek into the day-to-day of being a buyer in the natural products world—working with manufacturers and distributors, tracking customer trends, and making sure the shelves stay stock...
California Teacher What does teaching look like on the progressive West Coast? After exploring education in a red state last week, we turn our microphone toward the challenges and rewards of teaching in San Francisco—one of America's most expensive blue cities. Amy Brownstein Lum shares 25 years of wisdom as a literacy specialist who helps struggling readers navigate the complexities of language, and talks about the financial realities of teaching in an astronomical housing market as she brea...
NYC Real Estate Agent Maggie Kent of Core Real Estate, shares her journey from growing up in a real estate family in Canada to becoming a successful agent in New York City's competitive luxury market. A business where the barrier to entry is low but earning potential is high. Listen to the conversation about this commission-based job. Visit our website at https://www.howmuchcanimake.info/ to submit jobs suggestions for future episodes. Please FOLLOW us and/or WRITE A REVIEW and SHARE with any...
Theatre Director What’s it really like to build a career as a theater director? In this episode, Mirav sits down with two-time Obie Award winner Oliver Butler to pull back the curtain on the job of directing for the stage—from Off-Broadway hustle to national acclaim with What the Constitution Means to Me. Oliver shares the career highs (creative freedom, incredible collaborators) and the lows (spoiler alert: directing theater doesn’t always pay the rent). If you’ve ever dreamed of a career in...
Florida Teacher In this episode, Danielle Goodman from Florida joins Mirav to talk about the state of teaching. Florida is a difficult place to be a teacher: factors like low earnings and the cultural climate make a challenging job even harder. In spite of the challenges, countless educators choose to stay and make a difference in the lives of our nation's next generation. Tune in to learn more about teaching as a career and the nuanced story of America's teachers today. Visit our web...
Radio jobs, on-air & traffic controller Ever wonder what it’s like to turn a love of music into an actual job? In this episode, Adam Schartoff shares his unexpected career as a traffic director AND on-air personality, at independent radio station WKZE. Adam talks about the magic of radio, the creative thrill of curating music, and the real connection that happens when you speak into a mic and someone out there hears exactly what they needed. Whether you're thinking about...
TV Camera Woman What does it take to capture the perfect shot on your favorite TV shows? Lisa Rosenberg pulls back the curtain on her remarkable long career as a TV camera operator, in the studio and on location. She shares stories that most viewers never get to see. Perhaps most fascinating are Lisa's candid observations of celebrities and their treatment of the crew. She distinguishes between those who acknowledge the humanity of technical staff and those who don't . Visit our w...
Imaging Technologist When the doctor says, “Let’s take a look”—that’s where Tom O’Neill steps in. As a seasoned imaging technologist, Tom’s job is to operate the high-tech machines behind X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs. It’s a career that blends science, patient care, and just the right dose of calm-under-pressure. In this episode, Tom shares career insights about what it really takes to work in medical imaging—from knowing your anatomy and physics to being on your feet (literally) all day. But t...
Digital Nomad Ever dreamt of taking your job on the road—and we don’t mean commuting to the next town over? In this episode, Mirav chats with her friend Caleb Price, a true digital nomad who swapped the 9-to-5 grind for a career that fits in a backpack. Caleb shares career insights on how he got started teaching English in South Korea and Thailand, and how that eventually evolved into remote work while living in places like Oaxaca, Mexico. From teaching to freelancing, Caleb dishes out tips ...
Lighting Designer Ever wondered what happens behind the scenes to create the magical atmosphere of a Broadway show? Four-time Tony Award winner Kevin Adams pulls back the curtain on the fascinating world of theatrical lighting design in this illuminating conversation about his unexpected career journey. The most eye-opening revelation comes when Adams explains how Broadway designers actually make their (big) money. Resources https://calarts.edu/ https://tisch.nyu.edu/design/course-offer...
Systems Engineer This week we’re joined by Johanna Siegel, a systems engineer working on some of the most exciting missions in space today. As part of a team contracted by NASA, Joanna helps with the medical needs of the astronauts, design and assess hardware for the Artemis missions to the Moon. From evaluating complex components to ensuring everything works together seamlessly. Tune in for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to support astronauts, explore space, and aim for the ...
Web Designer - Lindsey Morano Ever wonder what it’s like to turn creativity into a full-blown career? Meet Lindsey Morano—web designer, branding pro, and all-around entrepreneur—who helps other business owners bring their vision to life online. In this episode, Lindsey shares career insights on what it’s really like to run your own creative business, from juggling client needs to curating eye-catching websites that actually work. If you’ve ever thought about a job in design or dreamed o...
How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri The Job of TV News Editor Mirav talks to Johnny, a veteran network TV news editor about the pressure-cooker world of broadcast news editing, from tight deadlines and ethical decisions to the industry's shift toward user-generated content and the looming impact of AI. https://www.nyfa.edu/digital-editing-school/ https://nytedu.com/courses/pre-college/fundamentals-editing/ https://www.poynter.org/product-category/reporting-editing/ Visit our website a...
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