THE JOBS PODCAST

On the Job Podcast, family comes first.  I have a family member in the hospital and that is my priority.  Thank you for your understanding and support, I hope to return soon.   Thank you.   If you'd like to support the channel, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

From an early age Erik loved music.  Metal music was what his mind dwelled on most often.  He played in bands, consumed music and dove head first into his passion of recording, mixing and editing music.  He was in his lane when creating, either by himself or with others.  Fast forward 15 years and he owns his own company mixing, editing and helping artists realize their dreams.  He also does audio book and podcast editing and recordings.  We discuss so many interesting topics in this interview so if you love music and recording, this is a can't miss.  We discuss the road to learning, internships, mentors, the pros and cons of AI music, the creative process, how to be a creative person but also handle the administrative side of running your own company and so much more.  If you think Erik may be a good fit for your next project, don't hesitate to reach out to him at his website found HERE [https://vikingguitar.com/].  (www.vikingguitar.com). Thanks Erik! If you liked this episode and would like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

The rush you get from being a paramedic, the adrenaline dump, can be a big part of what entices people to this line of work.  However, there are a lot of other benefits, and pitfalls, that can be found as you venture into the first responder realm.  Chris has done numerous jobs in the EMS arena, from EMT, to Paramedic, Flight medic, supervisor and now he is in a more administrative roll.  He's seen a lot of changes, good and bad, in his career and this interview is a solid look at this line of work.  If you want to work in EMS and want to be successful at it, this is the interview for you.  Thanks Chris! If you liked this interview and would like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

Sometimes experiences in youth mold us more than we know.  Brian saw the effects that drugs were having on some of those around him at a young age and decided a career in law enforcement was what he wanted.  With a few degrees in criminal justice and human resources under his belt, he began as a local police officer but the next step was closer than he realized.  Fast forward 23 years and Brian was ending his career as a DEA Supervisory Agent.  This interview is as solid as it gets and at times, is a bit raw; thats life.  We discuss the addiction epidemic, Drug cartels, the supply and demand side of the drug problem, DEA pay, beneficial skillsets, and what a DEA agent will do to infiltrate and disrupt the drug scourge on our society.  We also discuss Brians work in training and drug education after his long career with the DEA.  Brians links can be found below.  Thanks Brian!  Brian can be found at www.eagle6training.com [https://www.eagle6training.com/] or www.only2mg.com [https://www.only2mg.com/] If you found this episode enjoyable/helpful and would like to support the show, you can do so HERE. [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods]  Thanks!

If you know a United States Marine, they can't help but be successful.  Brian is no exception to that rule.  From the Marine Core training working with air traffic control, to a job fueling planes, and then obtaining his pilots license, Brian has intentionally exposed himself to almost every aspect of the airline industry.  Now, Brian is the director of aviation for the Springfield/Branson National airport.  We dive into every aspect imaginable on his career path and the opportunities therein.  If you have an interest in flying, being an airline mechanic, operations manager, air traffic controller etc, Brian drops a ton of kernels of wisdom in this interview you would be wise to absorb.  Thanks Brian! If you found this episode helpful/interesting and would like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

To say Bronson has an important job is an understatement.  When something is built, the foundation is where a project can succeed or fail.  Making sure that the soil, the water, gravity and materials all operate cohesively is vital to a projects success.  Enter the Geotechnical Engineer.  Bronson gets new puzzles to solve on a regular basis and he goes to work calculating risk, ensuring materials meet the desired specifications and that all tolerances are within spec.  The project may be in an earthquake area, the soil may be sandy or muddy, there are numerous aspects of a projects foundation to consider.  If you think engineering is a career path you want to pursue, this area of specialization may be just the one you're looking for.  Thanks Bronson!  If you would like to support the show, you can do so HERE. [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods]  Thanks!

Dr. Beam had dreams of a career in music.  Fast forward a "few years" and he is now a Trauma surgeon.  Life is funny how we make plans and then we look back wondering how we got where we are.  In this interview we discuss the long and tough journey to becoming a Trauma surgeon and all that comes along with this challenging, and rewarding career.  We talk about how to prevent burnout, the importance of keeping your arrogance at bay, we discuss pay and education, as well as how satisfying it can be to see a patient make it.  Dr. Beam is a great example of a steady and methodical approach under pressure.  If a career as an emergency surgeon sounds interesting to you, this is one episode you will want to listen too. Thanks. Dr. beam! If you liked this episode and would like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

Kevin began mowing lawns in 2000 as a side business in high school to support himself through college. He hung up hand-made signs in hair salons and the grocery store and ran ads in the local newspaper. The unfortunate part of this business idea was that he did not own a lawnmower. He borrowed a push mower from a family member and started out mowing.  A few years later he saw an ad for a local mowing company for sale and he was able to make the purchase.  Now, Kevin is the owner of a Landscaping company.  This interview is a great snapshot of what really goes on in to making a business run and the countless hours, and years, it takes to be successful.  There are a ton of kernels of advice in this from a guy who never gave up and made it work, thru work.  Thanks Kevin!  Kevin and Custom Creations 417 can be found HERE. [https://customcreations417.com/home/]  If you'd like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

A lifelong St. Louis Cardinals fan, Dan got his start with Cardinals Baseball by winning the Fox Sports TV contest, "Payin' Your Dues," in May of 2004.  Since joining the Springfield Cardinals prior to the inaugural season in 2005, Dan has gone from the last Account Executive hired all the way to Vice President/General Manager, with various sales and marketing positions along the way. As the second General Manager in team history, Dan's focus is two-fold: to make sure the Springfield Cardinals are advocates for a great community and to do everything the organization can to help the St. Louis Cardinals win their next World Championship.  For ticket or general information on the Springfield Cardinals, you can visit them HERE [https://www.milb.com/springfield].   If you'd like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

Dr. Lauren Daly had her sights set on medical school but she saw an opportunity to improve the way classes were taught.  Her desire to help people learn as opposed to just take their money and throw them into the machine of higher learning, took her down a different path.  Now, Dr. Daly is half of the dynamic duo at CollegeHacked.com.  She, together with Dr. Clifford Stumme, produce quality content about how to get an online education for a fraction of the cost and time traditional college takes.  They do deep dives into the numerous options for an online education as well as ancillary learning sites like Study.com, Sophia learning, CLEP exams and more.  If you are considering a degree, no matter your age or stage in life, you MUST check out their Youtube channel @CollegeHacked or their website for more info.  Thanks Dr. Lauren!  If you liked this episode and would like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

For over 3 decades Mike dedicated his life to helping kids learn, then leading the way as a principal, and then as a district administrator.  He's seen a lot of changes in teaching, school safety, leadership, coaching and many other aspects of educating our kids.  We talk about what makes a principal successful and how best to change with the roll as you move from teaching to leadership.  We discuss soft skills and personality traits that lend themselves to being a successful principal and we even throw a little bass fishing advice into the mix.  Mike is a prime example of who you want guiding your children and we need more leaders like him in our schools.  Thanks Mike!  If you liked this interview and would like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

Dr. Karen Kelly is a Physiologist for the Navy and her research has two primary areas of focus, warfighter performance and musculoskeletal injury prevention. Her research incorporates the understanding of pathophysiological changes that occur as a result of high training loads and training/operating in extreme environments. Most recently her research has focused on undersea performance, winter warfare and close combat/tactical stress.  As you listen, you can quickly tell Dr. Kelly is passionate about helping our fighting forces perform safely and optimally and she knows what she is talking about.  If you think that a career in the field of physiology might be of interest to you, you are hard pressed to find a better mentor than Dr. Kelly.  She can be found on LinkedIn HERE [https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-kelly-phd-b325737/] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-kelly-phd-b325737/).  Thank you Dr Kelly!  If you'd like to support the podcast, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods] (https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods).  Thanks!

Bo started with just a foot in the door cleaning tools part time.  Fast forward 20 years and he is just about running the place.  Sometimes all you need is an opportunity to implement your hard work ethic and you can go places.  Bo is a sponge, always soaking up knowledge, information, always learning and he has had about every job in his company.  We need truckers to get things, we all know that.  The shelves at our favorite stores would be empty without truckers.  Well, truckers need logistics managers to organize and arrange a thousand moving parts to ensure it all goes according to plan.  If you like a fast pace and ensuring the country keeps moving, you may want to listen to this interview with Bo, he's a solid example of how to be successful not only in logistics, but in about any career you choose.  Thanks Bo!  Bo Prock and the link for Eagle Logistics can be found on LinkedIn HERE [https://www.linkedin.com/in/bo-prock-738071107/] or HERE [https://www.eaglelogisticsllc.com] If you would like to support the show you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

The whole point of The Jobs Podcast is to do a deep dive into various careers,  but this one was a deep dive about deep......dives.  Ross made a career as a Master Navy Diver and he lays out all the details of this unique and specialized career.  The training required, the dangers, the requirement to be the best at everything to ensure you, and those with you, make it home, hyperbaric chambers, wound care, the bends, as well as some ways to turn that Navy career into a successful one when you enter the private sector.  We always hold those that serve in the military in high regard at The Jobs Podcast so thank you Ross, for sharing your story and for serving our country.   Ross and his book, "View Thru A Faceplate Window, Adventures Of A Navy Master Diver" can be found HERE [https://www.anavymasterdiversadventure.com/]. If you liked this podcast and would like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods]. Thanks!

Who doesn't love a good interview about dogs?  Well, criminals won't like this particular type of dog, the K9 officer.  On this episode of The Jobs Podcast, we speak with Barry, a career K9 officer who not only patrols the streets with his 4 legged partner, but also trains new officers and has a ton of solid information on all that goes into a K9 program.  We talk about the dedication and commitment it takes,  how a K9 dog is developed and utilized, whats it's really like to be on the receiving end of a dog bite and so much more.  This was a captivating interview to say the least.  If you have an interest in dogs, in a career in law enforcement, are considering the shift to becoming a K9 officer, or if you just wonder what all goes into the K9 officers you see in your own town, you will not want to skip this episode.   If you found this interview interesting or helpful and would like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods]. Thanks!

Tara has THE coolest job, full stop.  She gets to help people, fly in a chopper going 180 miles an hour thru the air and gets paid to do it.  I've never regretted my career in the fire service but this one made me wish I could go back and give the Flight nurse career a shot.  From an early age Tara knew what she wanted to do and nothing was going to get in her way.  Her sisters early medical issue and a visit from a flight nurse to her school sparked a flame that still burns strong to this day.  If you like helping others in exciting and varied locations while shooting across the friendly skies, this interview with Tara will give you all the nuts and bolts you need to get after it.  Thanks Tara!  If you liked this interview and want to support the podcast, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!

Jodi has had a successful career in voiceover acting and her list of clients is long and impressive. Bose, Subway, Jenn-Air, Dell computers, Kraft, HGTV and countless others trust her with their image.  Her voice and her personality and warm and friendly, while being authentic and immediately comfortable.  It's no wonder she has been as successful as she has.  She is also the host of a successful and long running podcast called "Audio Branding".  If you have ever dreamed of having a career as a voice over actor, Jodi is a perfect mentor to listen to as she provides some solid advice to avoid missteps, how to be teachable, how to deal with clients and much more.  If you want to hire Jodi, listen to examples of her voiceover work or find her podcast, you can do all that https://voiceoversandvocals.com/ or click HERE [https://voiceoversandvocals.com/].  Thanks Jodi!  If you liked this episode and would like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods] or at https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods  Thanks!

With everything being digital these days, the field of cyber. and physical security is ripe for a career.  AI, firewalls, as well as smoke, hazmat and threat detection is not only exciting and pays well, it's not as difficult to get into as you may initially think.  Casey lays out how you can get great training and what types of soft skills will allow you to excel in this vital occupation.   Casey can be found HERE [https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseyrash/] and his company HERE [https://www.securepassage.com/].* If you would like to support the channel, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!  *The Jobs Podcast has no affiliation with Secure Passage, it's employees, affiliates or subsidiaries.

The trades are making a comeback, in large part thanks to Mike Rowe educating people on their value.  Ben is a perfect example of someone who found himself in his lane in HVAC.  This interview really lays out the various options within the HVAC field, the pros and cons of them all, trade school vs internship, pay options, equipment options as well as some cutting edge products coming down the pipe.  If you think the HVAC field may be of interest to you, this interview will provide a lot of helpful information to help you decide.   Ben can be found HERE [https://ssbhc.com/] The book that Ben mentioned in our interview can be found HERE [https://www.audible.com/pd/B005LXV0HI?source_code=ASSORAP0511160006&share_location=library_overflow] If you would like to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].

There is a lot that goes into moving goods and equipment around our country.  None of that happens without truck drivers, from hot shot rigs to full sized semi-trucks.  We sometimes forget that  the stuff on the shelves or the stuff we order doesn't deliver itself.  There are people, trucks and companies that make all that happen.  If you have any interest in being a part of the backbone of our economy, this interview with Jason is loaded with details to help you decide if this may be the career for you.  The next time you see a truck driver, say thanks; They deserve it.   Jason can be found on his youtube channel HERE [https://www.youtube.com/@jlovetheflash5371/featured] If you found this video helpful and want to support the show, you can do so HERE [https://buymeacoffee.com/thejobspods].  Thanks!