How Much Can I Make?
How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri is your go-to podcast for an inside scoop on your next potential job. Each week Mirav is joined by industry professionals–from dog trainers to TV producers who share their knowledge, expertise, and insider tips. Whether you're dreaming of a change, or looking to dive into a new career, this podcast is here to guide and inspire you - give it a listen!
Tue, April 29, 2025
Digital Nomad – Get Paid While Traveling the World
Send us a text Digital Nomad Mirav's friend Caleb Price joins the podcast to talk about his work as a digital nomad A digital nomad is someone who uses technology to work remotely for an employer from anywhere across the world. Caleb tells us about common fields digital nomads can work in. Caleb talks about getting started as a working-nomad in South Korea where he was recruited to teach English. He later went on to teach in in Thailand. More recently, he spent a year living in Oaxaca, Mexico. For Caleb, the digital nomad lifestyle is a rewarding experience that allows anyone to be immersed in new cultures, languages, and traditions of whatever country you choose to visit–not to mention forming new friendships along the way with other likeminded working-nomads. Find out more about Caleb's journey by listening in, and check out the resources below to see if this lifestyle might be right for you! Topics 00:29 Introduction 00:52 What is a digital nomad? 04:14 The nitty gritty: how much can you make? 05:13 Balancing work and exploring 06:42 Where Caleb got started 07:18 What are some travel friendly jobs? 09:21 What has been the most rewarding? 09:44 What countries/experiences impacted you the most? 11:27 Resources and information to learn more Resources Check out Caleb's blog! Harvard Business Review - How to Become a Digital Nomad Adventure Teaching Dave's ESL Cafe Global Work & Travel Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, April 29, 2025
Behind the Scan: The job of an Imaging Technologist
Send us a text Imaging Technologist Tom O'Neill is an imaging technologist. When a doctor orders an X-ray, CT scan, or MRI, a trained medical professional is required to operate the medical imaging equipment that helps you get the answers you need to treat your condition. Being an imaging technologist requires specific knowledge of subjects like anatomy and physics, and it's a job that keeps you on your feet all day. But for Tom, the reward is knowing that patients receive the highest level of care on their journey to health. Topics 00:34 Introduction 02:11 Necessary schooling 04:49 Licensing 05:47 Working in a hospital vs. outpatient care 06:29 Who would be a good fit for this job? 07:18 The job outlook 07:38 How much can you make? 09:12 A day in the life 11:51 CT vs. MRI 15:25 Will AI play a role in this field in the future? 16:06 Rewards of the job Resources The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT - Find an educational program U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Radiologic Technologists Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, April 22, 2025
A Lighting Designer's Journey - From small stage to Tony Awards:
Send us a text 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. Topics 1:47 From Performer to Lighting Designer 3:52 Discovering Light as an Art Form 8:54 Creating Special Effects for Broadway 12:36 How Broadway Payment Systems Work 17:45 Technology Revolution in Theater Lighting 23:45 Tony Awards and Career Highlights 26:48 Hedwig and the Angry Inch Resources https://calarts.edu/ https://tisch.nyu.edu/design/course-offerings/lighting-design https://calarts.edu/academics/programs-and-degrees/mfa-lighting-design Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, April 15, 2025
One Giant Leap - Systems Engineer's Job
Send us a text 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 stars. Topics 00:34 Introduction 02:21 What was your journey to landing this job? 05:03 What kind of work do you do on a NASA contract? 06:30 How do you test the function of components? 08:03 Dinner in space 10:18 Monitoring health and wellbeing on a mission 11:17 Potential earnings as a systems engineer 13:01 Biggest challenges 15:35 Accounting for your work after it's out of your hands (and the atmosphere) 19:54 The work benefits all of us, not just the astronauts 22:29 Biggest rewards Resources NASA - Fundamentals of Systems Engineering Embry-Riddle - What is Systems Engineering? Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, April 15, 2025
Entrepreneur Corner - Web Designer
Send us a text Web Designer - Lindsey Morano Owning a business can be a challenge. Owning a business and creating a website is an even bigger challenge. That's where Lindsey Morano comes in. As an entrepreneur herself, Lindsey works with business owners to understand how they can bridge the gap between their products and services and the needs of their customer bases through branding, photography, and a curated online presence. Learn more about the world of a web designer and the rewards of working for yourself! Topics 00:27 Introduction 01:58 How has web design changed over time? 02:40 Finding clients 03:56 Working in depth with each business 05:27 Project timelines 05:51 Deciding how to charge 06:13 The process of beginning a project 08:01 Challenges of running a business 08:59 Biggest misconceptions 09:59 Advice for those breaking into the field 11:02 Will AI take your job? 11:51 How much can you make? 12:30 Lessons learned along the way Resources SNHU - How to Become a Web Designer Upwork - Freelance design marketplace Graphic Artists Guild - Resources for designers Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, April 08, 2025
TV News Editor
Send us a text 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. Topics 0:00 Introduction to Network TV News Editing 8:15 Breaking Into TV: First Job Experiences 22:35 Evolution of News Editing Process 30:30 Ethics, Footage Selection & Challenges 38:42 Career Advice & Day in the Life 47:30 AI's Impact on TV News Future Resources https://www.nyfa.edu/digital-editing-school/ https://nytedu.com/courses/pre-college/fundamentals-editing/ https://www.poynter.org/product-category/reporting-editing/ Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, April 08, 2025
Another Chance at Life - Nurse's Job
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Another Chance at Life - Nurse In this episode Mirav talks with Jessica Wilson, a practicing nurse for the last 20 years. Nursing is an applied science. It requires you to put medical knowledge in practice and use quick thinking in situations that can be the difference between life and death. Like many positions in the medical field, it requires formal training and on-the-job experience. Depending on the environment–a hospital, a private practice, or even as a traveling nurse–nursing can take on many different forms and specializations. Jessica tells Mirav about her experiences working in both birthing centers and the ICU. Her responsibilities range from admitting and assessing patients to administering life saving treatments. For her, nursing has offered a lifestyle with competitive pay and a flexible schedule. While it is challenging to see patients going through difficult experiences, the work is also rewarding: she gets to see people become healthier and recover to have a second chance at life. Topics 00:41 Introduction 01:08 What made you become a nurse? 05:08 Nursing in the delivery room 06:52 Nursing in the ICU 07:44 Potential for earnings 10:32 Pathway into nursing 12:43 Travel nursing 13:16 Challenges 14:13 A story of success 17:29 Handling the toll the job takes 23:55 Do you love your job? Why? 26:33 What is the biggest reward? Resources U.S. News 2025 Best Jobs (hint: it's nursing) American Nurses Association ANA - Learn How to Become a Registered Nurse Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, April 01, 2025
Broadway Job - Makeup Artist & Wig Maker
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri The World of Theater - Makeup Artist and Wig Maker This week, Mirav interviews another working professional in the world of theater, Loryn Pretorius. Loryn works as a professional makeup artist and wig maker for Broadway productions–right now she's working on Sunset Boulevard as the hair and makeup supervisor. She oversees a team of professionals to make sure that the entire cast looks their absolute best when they take the stage. Makeup and wig making are both highly technical skills–Loryn holds a masters degree from the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. She combines her background in fine arts and art history to practice an applied art on a living canvas: the human body. In this episode she tells the story of turning her personal passion into a thriving career and the kind of skills it takes to make it in the fast paced business of the stage. See a video of Loryn building a wig. https://www.howmuchcanimake.info/episodes/digital-nomad-matew-sthyb-h9e4a-ya3a4-6nke4 Topics 00:40 Introduction 03:05 All the work that goes into an opening 05:07 Getting started doing makeup 06:32 Turning a passion into a career 08:32 Collaborating on a production 09:39 Education 11:57 Overseeing and delegating 13:29 Earnings and negotiation 16:36 Building a sustainable business for yourself 20:58 Rehearsal vs. performance 23:51 Breaking into the music scene 26:18 The challenging aspects of Broadway 32:31 Advice for those looking to break into the field 36:51 The world is your oyster 40:07 More about wig making 45:15 Is this job AI proof? Resources University of North Carolina School of Arts - Wig & Makeup Design Playbill.com - Make Up Exploring the Art of Theatrical Makeup and Costuming Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, April 01, 2025
If You Like Crunching Numbers? Bookkeeper's Job
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri If You Like Crunching Numbers - Bookkeeper Every business needs a bookkeeper. Why? Someone has to keep track of where the money flows–in or out–down to the very last cent. That's where Christina, a professional bookkeeper, comes in. As a freelance bookkeeper, Christina Mazzawi works with a variety of businesses to make sure that key financial tasks are accomplished on a daily, weekly, monthly, and annual basis. Mainly this includes invoicing, payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable. What does all that mean? In a more general sense, Christina tracks all income that is owed to a business and all liabilities that a business owes to others, like their own staff. Bookkeeping is an exact science, so a knack for numbers and a finely tuned attention to detail are paramount to being a working professional. If you have a head for business and numbers, bookkeeping might be a good outlet for your skills. Tune in to learn more! Topics 0:35 Introduction 0:49 What does a bookkeeper do? 2:20 Who should get into bookkeeping? 3:24 Earnings and room for growth 4:13 Schooling and learning 5:27 A day in the life 8:01 What kind of business was the most fulfilling to work for? 9:24 Most important things to know when starting a job 9:59 Biggest challenges Resources Intuit - How to Become a Bookkeeper National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 25, 2025
Common Sense is Key - A Personal Assistant Job
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Common Sense is Key - Personal Assistant Personal assistant is a broad title for a job with broad responsibilities. In this episode, Bob talks about his experience working as personal assistant. As a personal assistant, Bob has spent the large part of his career working for high profile, high net worth clients who require his skills in time management, project management, and plain old common sense to help them organize their lives and properties in an efficient manner. The role of personal assistant is fluid and often overlaps with roles like executive assistant and estate manager. Depending on the client, you may be responsible for parts of all three. When you are working at the discretion of a single individual, your tasks can vary widely depending on their needs. If you're interested in this industry, you'll need to be a sharp communicator and have a thick skin; but if you spend the time getting the right experience, you have an opportunity to earn a very competitive salary with some pretty nice perks. Tune in and find out more about Bob's experience! Topics 00:35 Introduction 00:55 Personal vs. executive assistant 02:40 What does a personal assistant do? 03:40 How Bob got into the business 04:44 Are there requirements to do this job? 07:54 What you can earn 08:40 Balancing all the responsibilities 09:10 Getting into the field 10:24 Stories from the years 13:43 Do you like what you do? 14:57 Additional perks? Resources How to Break Into the Personal Assistant Job Industry 11 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Became a Personal Assistant British American Household Staffing The Calendar Group Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 25, 2025
Passion, Hustle, and Making it Work - The Job of a Musician
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Passion, Hustle, and Making it Work - The Job of a Musician For as long as she can remember, Elizabeth Ziff has been singing and writing songs. As a founding member of the pop group BETTY, she’s built a career turning her passion for music into songs loved by audiences worldwide. Tune in to find out how Elizabeth wears many hats–composer, writer, producer, vocalist–to make her passion into a lifelong career. Topics 00:52 Introduction 02:30 When did music become your profession? 05:44 Getting bigger 07:37 A Jill of All Trades 08:30 The songwriting process 11:44 Making a living 12:44 How much can you make? 17:59 The hardest part of being a songwriter 18:50 What it really takes 19:25 How to break in 20:30 Balancing creativity and business: integrity and success 23:38 Handling criticism 24:12 A dream collaboration 25:23 AI and music Resources www.hellobetty.com www.instagram.com/bettyrules betty.hearnow.com/eat Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 18, 2025
Zoned Out: The City Planner Job
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri City Planner In this episode, we dive into the dynamic world of urban development with Eddie Joe. As a city planner, he works with investors, developers, local officials, and communities to shape the future of our cities. From designing parks and walkable neighborhoods to improving public transit, his work directly impacts how we live. Eddie shares insights on the challenges and rewards of a city planner— listen to this episode and find out if it's a job for you! Topics 00:34 Introduction 01:40 What kind of schooling do you need? 03:37 What are you working on now? 05:51 Biggest project you loved doing 07:16 How competitive is the job market? 07:50 Requirements to get into the field 08:50 Earnings and potential for growth 11:13 The future of urban planning 16:44 Is AI coming for urban planning? 17:46 Navigating conflict 20:26 A dream project 21:30 Biggest challenge of the job Resources U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Urban Planner American Planning Association What is Urban Planning? Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 18, 2025
Building the Future - Real Estate Broker
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Real Estate Broker In this episode, Cree Quaker, owner of The Machree Group brokerage firm, gives us an inside look at her work as a real estate broker, where she partners with agents, clients, and investors to maximize property value and stay ahead of market trends. Success in brokerage goes beyond a passion for real estate—it demands deep knowledge of the marketplace, strategic thinking, and expert negotiation. Tune in as Cree shares what it takes to thrive in the industry and whether a career in real estate could be the right path for you! Topics 00:46 Introduction 02:50 How did you become a broker? 05:18 Broker vs. agent 06:00 Necessary schooling and licensure 07:29 Best skills to be a broker 08:40 Typical day for a broker 10:50 Why do you (still) need a broker? 11:35 Earnings potential 13:18 Handling difficult clients 14:41 Biggest misconceptions 15:30 Building a client base 17:37 AI: helping or hurting? 18:19 Stories of success 21:48 Where is the business of real estate headed? 23:12 Something that would surprise you about brokers... Resources Real estate agent vs. broker vs. realtor U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Real Estate Broker Real Estate Designations and Certifications Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 18, 2025
Not Your Typical Walk in the Park - Dog Walker
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Not Your Typical Walk in the Park - Dog Walker Every dog has its day, right? Let's talk the walk: Barry is a professional dog walker who has been caring for his clients dogs for over ten years. Walking your dog might seem like an easy task, but as a professional Barry puts his passion for dogs to use as a full service caretaker. Patience, adaptability, and a keen eye for animal behavior are all skills that a dog walker needs to have to be effective at the job. Every dog comes with its own personality and needs: a dog walker needs to be aware of these characteristics and have a level head when it comes to handling potentially reactive behaviors. On top of that, you're working outside–you have to be aware of potentially challenging elements like weather and navigating public spaces filled with other dogs and people. But at the end of the day, the reward is clear: having the opportunity to form bonds with animals and putting your passion to use in business. Topics 00:26 Introduction 02:53 Challenges 03:23 Learning about the animals 06:26 Earnings 06:46 Important skills 07:45 Handling the humans too 08:32 Biggest misconceptions 11:02 Advice for prospective dog walkers 11:56 How has your perspective changed over time? 12:43 Biggest rewards Resources Wagwalking.com Rover.com Becoming a Successful Dog Walker Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 11, 2025
Entrepreneur Corner - Labor of Love: Doula
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Entrepreneur Corner - Labor of Love: Doula For nearly four decades, Mary Riley has helped bring over 2,500 babies into the world—but her role as a doula begins long before labor. She provides unwavering support to mothers through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum, working alongside medical professionals as an advocate and guide. Always on call, Mary sees being a doula as a lifestyle rather than a job, witnessing the magic of new life time and time again. Tune in to explore this unique, deeply rewarding career. Topics 00:37 Introduction 01:07 How did you become a doula? 01:36 What does a doula do? 02:50 Certifications and credentials 04:16 What kind of support do you provide? 08:17 The importance of doulas now 09:38 When does a doula come in? 11:18 Loving the work 12:21 The challenges 15:48 Earnings 18:10 Some stories from over the years 34:03 The biggest reward Resources Harvard Medical School - What does a doula do? DONA International - Become a doula Healthlaw.org - Doula certification requirement by state Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 11, 2025
Engineering Safe Travel - Bridge Designer's Job
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Engineering Safe Travel - Bridge Designer Every bridge you cross was carefully designed—but by whom? In this episode, Anthony joins Mirav to discuss his career as a bridge designer, creating plans and specifications for bridges across North America. With countless bridges in need of repair or replacement, his work is crucial in keeping us moving. Using mathematics and logic, he ensures safe passage from point A to point B. Tune in to see if bridge design–a job in high demand–might be your calling! Topics 0:37 Introduction 0:47 What is a bridge designer? 2:42 Who would be a good match for this field? 3:19 How much can you make? 3:55 The most rewarding aspect of the job 6:52 What bridge do you most admire? Resources Kaplan - Bridge Design Engineer overview National Network for the Transportation Workforce - Bridge Design Engineer NNTW - Bridge Engineering Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 11, 2025
Work in High Tech, No Degree, No Code - Salesforce Practitioner
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Work in High Tech, No Degree, No Code - Salesforce Practitioner Salesforce, a powerful CRM (Customer Relationship Management) platform, can be customized for organizations ranging from non-profits to contractors, streamlining customer relationships, sales, and project management. But who builds these tailored systems? Enter Andy DeSanctis, a Salesforce consultant specializing in data architecture and automation. For those drawn to tech, a career in Salesforce may be a rewarding path, leveraging logic and data skills—without requiring a traditional coding background. Topics 00:38 Introduction 01:06 What is a Salesforce practitioner? 05:16 Potential earnings 07:08 What kind of clients are you working for? 08:16 Professional certifications 10:04 Necessary skills? 10:50 An example project 13:08 Misconceptions about the work 15:18 AI and human accountability in data 20:12 Advice for those looking to break in Resources Salesforce Trailhead - Learning Salesforce Salesforce Certifications Guide - Salesforce - Become Salesforce Admin Certified Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 04, 2025
The Miracle of Birth - Midwife
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri 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 Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 04, 2025
Shaking Things Up - Bartender's Job
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Shaking Things Up - Bartender If you've ever ordered a drink at a bar or restaurant, you've benefitted from the hard work of a bartender. Tom Ostoyich, a professional bartender for 20+ years, shares his inside knowledge of being a bartender and what it's like to be behind the bar instead of sitting at it. Bartending isn’t just partying and free drinks—it’s hard work. Tom shares the “behind the scene“ tasks of a bartender and the importance of responsible drinking and guest safety. If you enjoy an active job with a knack for talking to people, professional bartending could be a good option! Topics 00:43 Introduction 02:50 Getting into bartending, the learning process 04:49 Earnings 06:19 Other potential roles and advancement 10:25 Biggest misconception 11:00 A day in the life 13:33 Do you like being a bartender? 15:40 Are there trends in bartending? 17:12 Handling the challenges 19:44 Some stories from years 21:00 Ensuring a safe environment for all Resources U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics: Bartenders United States Bartenders' Guild How to Become a Bartender (with No Experience) Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, March 04, 2025
Playing the Long Game - Financial Advisor's Job
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Playing the Long Game - Financial Advisor If you think Financial advisor is only about investing think again. In this episode, Mirav chats with Donna Stefans , a seasoned financial advisor, who breaks down the real job of a financial planner. From protecting your assets to securing your rights, Donna shares invaluable tips on how financial planning supports you from age 18 through retirement—and beyond. This isn’t just about growing wealth—it’s about safeguarding your future at every stage of life. Topics 00:20 Introduction 01:44 You're just advising people how to invest, right? (Wrong!) 02:46 A holistic approach to clients 04:45 Does inflation help or hurt your clients? 05:18 Advice for young people looking to save 08:35 Start saving now, play the long game 09:40 Challenges of the job 11:42 It's not just portfolio management 12:40 Estate planning and elder law 16:40 The right age to start planning finances 18:44 Seeing the results of smart choices 19:21 Keep up with the markets 21:47 How do you get paid? 22:56 Is AI threatening the job? 24:11 Advice for becoming a financial advisor Resources The Stefans Group U.S. News - How to Become a Financial Advisor FINRA U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics - Financial Advisor Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 25, 2025
Entrepreneur Corner - Design Your Space, Design Your Life: Interior Designer
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri 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 Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 25, 2025
If You Want to Make a Difference in Your Community - Social Worker
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri 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 Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 25, 2025
Don't Cross Your Wires - Electrician
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri 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 Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 18, 2025
Inside the Pipes (AI Proof, for now...) - Plumber
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri 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 Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 18, 2025
The World of Theater: The Business of Acting - Broadway Actress
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri 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 Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 18, 2025
Entrepreneur Corner - Learn to Network: Mastering LinkedIn
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri 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 Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 11, 2025
For Dog Lovers - Dog Groomer
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri 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 Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 11, 2025
If You Want to Work in the World of TV - TV Producer
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri 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 Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 11, 2025
Entrepreneur Corner - Caterer
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri 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 Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 11, 2025
The World of Theater - Broadway Stage Manager
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri The World of Theater - Broadway Stage Manager In this episode Mirav sits down with Billy, a retired Broadway stage manager. Billy worked for 30 years on Broadway (and longer off Broadway) as a professional stage manager for shows like Hello Dolly , Art , and Master Class . His passion for theater began in high school as a performer and a crew member and carried on through college. Billy talks with Mirav about the ins and outs of the fast paced world of Broadway theater. For those with a passion for theater, stage managing can be a rewarding career, but not without its challenges–a demanding schedule, managing lots of moving pieces (literally and figuratively), and coordinating many people to bring together a whole production. Interested in stage managing? Tune in to find out more! Topics 00:27 - Introduction 00:51 - How did you get into stage managing? 04:11 - What does a stage manager do ? 10:37 - What shows have you worked on? 11:17 - How much money can you make? 13:11 - How does someone get started stage managing? 14:45 - What skills do you need? 18:02 - What are some of the challenges? 19:09 - What are the rewards? More resources about stage management Berklee College of Music American Association of Community Theater Backstage.com - How to Become a Stage Manager Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 11, 2025
For People Who Love Dogs - Dog Trainer
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri For People Who Love Dogs - Dog Trainer This episode Lisa joins Mirav to talk about her work as a professional dog trainer. After years in a corporate job, Lisa decided to go out on a limb and pursue her lifelong passion to work with dogs. Beginning as a volunteer in shelters, Lisa made it her mission to learn and observe as much as she could about dog behaviors by working hands-on with animals. As she gained more experience, she began to work with dogs as a trainer herself while continuously honing her skills. For Lisa, training dogs is a labor of love–she even takes dogs into her home for weeks at a time to work with them. Listen to Lisa's story and learn how you could be a dog trainer too! Topics 00:36 Introduction 00:51 How did you get started as a dog trainer? 03:23 What it's like to actually be a trainer 06:43 What can you expect to make? 09:24 How do you get into the business of training dogs? 12:03 Some challenges and misconceptions 14:58 Advice for aspiring trainers Resources American Kennel Club - How to Become a Dog Trainer Animal Human Society - Becoming a dog trainer Association for Professional Dog Training Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
Tue, February 11, 2025
Entrepreneur Corner - Dairy Free Food Manufacturer
Send us a text How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri Entrepreneur Corner - Dairy Free Food Manufacturer Here's some food for thought: have you ever wanted to sell your home cooked creations to a larger market? In this special episode of Entrepreneur Corner, Lisa Protter, CEO and co-founder of Organic Nectars , joins Mirav to talk about her journey developing a small business from her basement to a warehouse production center as a food manufacturer in New York's Hudson Valley. For over 20 years, Organic Nectars has been trailblazing in an emerging market for alternative sweeteners and non-dairy, organic treats long before it became trendy. What began as a passion project rooted in home cooking developed into a full-time business with multiple employees and a dedicated production facility. Food manufacturing is a multi-faceted business: importing raw goods, implementing production processes, and getting products into consumer hands by working with retailers and distributers. Organic Nectars doesn't cut any corners–you won't find any co-packers here–every product is made from scratch in-house. But that kind of dedication to excellence requires years of hard work. Tune in to hear more about Lisa's journey and gain valuable insight into the business of food manufacturing. Topics 00:39 Introduction 04:16 Starting out 05:02 Scaling up 06:19 The question of funding 07:25 A changing industry: food distribution 08:52 Getting onto shelves 09:36 It's a volume game 09:54 Developing a flagship line of products 12:39 Trailblazing in a developing market 14:14 Day in the life 16:13 How do you stay competitive? 19:15 Profitability 19:32 What do you wish you had known? 20:39 Advice for others starting out 22:21 Biggest misconceptions about food manufacturing 24:01 Most rewarding part of the business 24:31 What's your end goal? Resources FDA - How to Start a Food Business Cornell Food Venture Center How to Start a Food Business from Home Subscribe/follow for more conversation about like this one. Have a comment? Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation
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