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How Much Can I Make? — Real Jobs. Real Stories. Career Insights
30 episodes
Voice-Over Career: Money & Reality
Ep 101 · Aug 17, 2026 · 42 min
Your voice can earn real money, but what does a voice-over career actually look like, and how much can a professional voice actor make? We sit down with Heike Bachmann, a German voice-over artist based in New York, to go inside the business of professional voice-over work. Heike explains what the job really involves, from reading scripts with precise time codes to dubbing, lip-syncing, commercials, cartoons, museum audio tours, corporate narration, and medical voice-over work. Heike also shares…
Life Coach Career: Salary & Helping People Change
Ep 100 · Aug 10, 2026 · 27 min
What does a life coach really do? Diane Martinez joins us to explain how life coaching helps people move forward, why so many successful people still feel stuck, and how coaching differs from therapy. We also talk about building a coaching business, what life coaches charge, creating recurring income with Patreon, and the daily habits that can help people change their lives. If you've ever wondered whether life coaching is the right career—or the right investment—this episode is for you. Connect…
The Real Business of Personal Training
Ep 99 · Aug 3, 2026 · 18 min
How do you become a successful personal trainer, and how much can you really make? In this episode, I sit down with personal trainer, licensed massage therapist, and martial arts expert Geoff Staz to explore the realities of building a career in fitness. We discuss personal trainer salary, certifications, getting clients, opening a fitness business, and why long-term success depends more on habits, nutrition, and self-trust than quick fixes. Whether you're considering a career in personal traini…
Mycologist Career: The Business of Mushrooms
Ep 98 · Jul 27, 2026 · 37 min
We talk with John Michelotti, of Catskill Fungi about turning mushroom obsession into a real career through education, value-added products, and deep respect for the forest. We break down what mycologists actually do, what’s safe for beginners, and where the money is in mushrooms versus where it simply isn’t. Connect with John and his farm: Event schedule: https://catskillfungi.com/collections/events Products: https://catskillfungi.com/collections/frontpage Substack: https://substack.com/@catski…
eCommerce Photography Career: Salary, Skills & How Products Sell Online
Ep 97 · Jul 20, 2026 · 27 min
Thinking about a career in e-commerce photography? In this episode, we talk with product photographer Julie Benedetto about what it really takes to build a successful business photographing products for online stores and developing retail brands. Julie explains what makes product images sell, why styling and lighting matter as much as the camera, and how much of the work happens before and after the shutter click. We also discuss pricing, licensing, AI's impact on commercial photography, finding…
Science of Babies: Feldenkrais Method & Infant Development
Jul 13, 2026 · 27 min
We talk with Feldenkrais practitioner Leigh Scott, author of Secrets Babies Hold, a multi-media book about how babies develop through movement, touch, and sensory experiences during their first year of life. Leigh explains the science behind the Feldenkrais Method, shares practical ways parents can support healthy infant development, and discusses common concerns about milestones, muscle tension, and learning to crawl and walk. Whether you're a new parent, grandparent, caregiver, or healthcare p…
City Planner Career: Salary, Urban Planning Jobs & How Cities Are Designed
Ep 96 · Jul 6, 2026 · 25 min
We talk with NYC urban planner Eddie Joe about what city planners actually do and how cities are designed in the real world. From post-pandemic retail strategy and neighborhood revitalization to affordable housing, zoning, and economic development, Eddie explains how urban planners help shape the communities where we live, work, and travel. We also discuss urban planner salaries, career opportunities, transitioning from architecture into city planning, and the skills needed to succeed in the fie…
The Business of Being a Medium: Career Truths & Income
Ep 95 · Jun 29, 2026 · 33 min
Pam Meredith has a remarkable job: she’s a professional medium who helps people connect with loved ones who have passed away. In this episode, she shares her career journey, offering unique insights into what it’s really like to work between the worlds of the living and the spirit. What makes her perspective so compelling is her belief that mediumship isn’t rare, it’s a natural human ability that can be developed by anyone. She even shares practical techniques, for anyone who wants to try reachi…
Build A Career In Immersive Visuals - Travel. Tech. Creativity
Ep 92 · Jun 22, 2026 · 43 min
We talk with Joe Ness about building a career that combines filmmaking, travel, technology, and entrepreneurship. What started as a simple experiment with a vertical TV evolved into immersive video walls seen in casinos, hotels, healthcare facilities, and public spaces around the world. Joe shares how he traveled to nearly 100 countries capturing extraordinary footage, the costs and risks behind creating world-class visual content, and why he believes authentic, real-world moments matter more th…
Underwater Photographer Career: Salary, Skills, and How to Get Started
Ep 91 · Jun 15, 2026 · 24 min
How do you build a successful photography career in the age of smartphones and AI? In this episode of How Much Can I Make?, photographer Caroline White shares how she turned photography into a thriving business, from personal branding and online dating photos to her signature underwater maternity photography. We discuss what professional photographers really earn, how photography pricing works, how to attract clients, and what it takes to stand out in a competitive creative industry. Caroline al…
The $1,000 Startup That Became a Million-Dollar Spa Franchise
Ep 90 · Jun 8, 2026 · 22 min
Nuttha Goutier came to Canada from a small village in Thailand with little money, limited English, and one clear vision: help people feel healthier and more connected. Today, her Sabai Thai Spa brand spans multiple locations and 13 franchise territories across Canada. In this episode, Nuttha breaks down how she launched her first spa with less than $1,000 and no business background — and grew it into a brand where a single location can hit $1.7M a year. If you're thinking about opening a spa or…
Franchising Explained: Costs, Earnings & Growth
Ep 89 · Jun 1, 2026 · 29 min
We sit down with franchise consultant Dr. Tom DuFore to get honest about what franchising really is and why it is not a set-it-and-forget-it income stream. We break down how to tell if a business can franchise, what fees and royalties actually look like, and what makes franchise systems succeed or fall apart over time. • franchising as a growth and distribution method rather than a business type • why “passive income” still requires training, support, and real operational work • three franchisab…
Inside the Music Sync Business with Elyse Schiller
Ep 88 · May 25, 2026 · 24 min
How do songs get placed in Netflix shows, commercials, films, and video games - and how much money can musicians actually make from music sync licensing? In this episode, Mirav talks with music sync licensing expert Elise Schiller about the business behind sync deals, music placements, and licensing songs for TV, film, streaming, advertising, and gaming. Elise explains how songs are pitched to music supervisors, what makes a track “syncable,” how sync licensing deals work, and why one placement…
Inside The Career Of a Death Investigator
Ep 87 · May 18, 2026 · 41 min
We talk with legendary NYC death investigator Barbara Butcher about what it really takes to walk into a death scene, read the evidence, and help the dead get justice. We also get honest about the human cost, the pay, and what she learned from 23 years and more than 5,500 investigations. Barbara shares the realities of forensic investigation, the emotional toll of the job, how people enter this career field, and how much death investigators can make in cities like New York and across the U.S. If…
From Czechoslovakia to MoMA: How Sculptor Alex Kveton Built a Real Art Business
Ep 87 · May 11, 2026 · 29 min
How to Build a Real Art Business: Selling Sculpture, Gallery Representation, and the Long Game - with Alex Kveton What does it actually take to make a living as a sculptor? In this episode, we sit down with sculptor Alex Kveton and Barbara to trace a career that began with escaping communist Czechoslovakia and grew into a thriving fine art business - with stainless steel sculptures placed in prestigious institutions including MoMA and the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library, and represented by gal…
Landscape Designer Career & Pay: How to Start Garden Design with Dean Riddle
Ep 86 · May 4, 2026 · 22 min
Landscape Designer Career Landscape design is one of those careers that blends creativity with real earning potential - and you don’t need a degree to get started. In this episode, we talk with landscape designer and gardener Dean Riddle about what it actually takes to build a career in landscaping, what garden designers really do, and how much you can make. We also talk about the realities of gardening in the Northeast- especially in places like New York and New Jersey - including short growing…
Jewelry Designer Career: Startup Costs & How to Build a Profitable Jewelry Business
Ep 85 · Apr 27, 2026 · 20 min
Jewelry Designer A jewelry business can look effortless online, but behind it is real work—pricing, production, sourcing, and staying profitable as gold and silver prices rise. In this episode, jewelry designer Serena Van Rensselaer breaks down how to build a jewelry brand, from learning silversmithing to turning it into a sustainable business. We cover jewelry designer income, pricing strategies, startup costs, and how revenue comes from direct sales, wholesale, and collaborations with movies l…
Career Reinvention: How One Producer Pivoted Across Industries
Ep 84 · Apr 20, 2026 · 19 min
Career Reinvention Thinking about changing careers? We talk with Cynthia Cohen about how she pivoted without starting over by building on existing skills instead of erasing the past. From New York to today’s remote work landscape, we break down what it really takes to switch careers, stay competitive in a shifting job market, manage fear, and turn your experience into new opportunities. Cynthia's Website: https://rightarmproductions.com/ "How Much Can I Make?" Is nominated for 2026 Women in Podc…
TV Producer Career Insights: Behind the Scenes After Filming Ends
Ep 83 · Apr 13, 2026 · 33 min
TV Producer Career Insights Explore the career insights of a TV producer with Robin Feldman as she reveals what happens after filming wraps. This episode delves into the essential post-production phases, from managing tight deadlines and budgets to overcoming daily production challenges. Robin shares her journey breaking into the TV industry in Vancouver, highlighting key success factors like persistence, professionalism, and collaboration in a showrunner-driven environment. Gain valuable job ad…
Inside a NASA Contractor Job: Systems Engineer Salary & Artemis Missions
Ep 83 · Apr 6, 2026 · 25 min
Systems Engineer This week—timely with Artemis II—we revisit a standout episode with NASA contractor systems engineer Johanna Siegel. Johanna reveals what it really takes to build mission-critical hardware for the Artemis program—and the career opportunities and earnings potential that come with it. In this deep dive, discover how engineers translate complex requirements like radiation protection and life support systems into hardware that protects astronaut lives, plus real salary insights and…
A Photographer's Job: Inside the Business of Photography
Ep 82 · Mar 30, 2026 · 29 min
Photographer In this episode of How Much Can I Make?, we dive into the world of photography as a career, exploring job ideas, earnings, and success factors with professional photographer Phil Mansfield. From the early days of film to modern lifestyle assignments, Phil shares career insights and explains how a photography career evolves over time. We break down how photographers get paid, how creative professionals price their work, and why usage rights and licensing fees are critical to understa…
Fencing Coach Career: Salary, Training & How to Get Started
Ep 81 · Mar 23, 2026 · 27 min
Fencing Coach What does it take to turn fencing into a rewarding career—and how much can a fencing coach earn? In this episode of How Much Can I Make?, fencing coach Pamela Dressel shares invaluable career insights about making money in this niche sport. She dives into lightning-fast strategy and the unglamorous grind of footwork and conditioning. We cover coaching income, private lessons, club models, and the real skills behind the sport—strategy, discipline, and teaching. If you’re curious abo…
Hypnosis as a Career: Inside the Job of a Professional Hypnotherapist
Ep 79 · Mar 16, 2026 · 38 min
Hypnotists Explore the intriguing career opportunities in hypnosis with a professional hypnotist Tommy Giorlando. In this episode we dive deep into the job market for hypnotists, uncovering what the work entails, the training required, and the factors that contribute to success in this unique field. Tommy shares valuable career insights about how hypnosis works, its practical benefits, and why this profession is more than just stage shows. Discover earnings breakdowns between stage performances…
Bankruptcy Lawyer Explains Chapter 7, Chapter 13 & Getting a Fresh Start
Ep 78 · Mar 9, 2026 · 23 min
Bankruptcy Lawyer Struggling with overwhelming debt, IRS notices, or nonstop creditor calls? In this episode, Massachusetts bankruptcy attorney Barry Levine dives deep into how bankruptcy laws offer legal debt relief and a fresh start, empowering listeners to regain control of their finances and careers. With 45 years of experience helping individuals and small business owners, Barry breaks down the bankruptcy process step-by-step, including asset protection rules, timelines for discharge, and w…
Nurse's Career Insights: Life Behind Operating Room Doors
Ep 77 · Mar 2, 2026 · 24 min
Operating-Room Nurse Ever wonder what really happens behind those operating room doors? In this episode, longtime OR nurse Patti Columbia Walsh shares valuable career insights from her 40-year experience in one of healthcare's most high-stakes jobs. From anticipating every surgeon’s move to handling medical emergencies, she reveals the fast-paced reality and success factors of working in the OR. If you’re exploring a career in nursing or considering a career change, Patti's real job advice and b…
Reinvention: Career Change and Navigating the Hidden Job Market
Ep 76 · Feb 23, 2026 · 35 min
Reinvention AI is reshaping the job market. Layoffs are rising. Being “qualified” isn’t enough anymore. In this episode, Ilana Golan, founder of Leap Academy, explains how to pivot strategically in today’s AI-driven economy. We break down career reinvention, the hidden job market, building a portfolio career, and how to position yourself before opportunities go public. If you’re considering a career change, worried about AI replacing jobs, or ready to increase your earning potential, this conver…
Divorce Mediation vs Court: Costs, Custody & Career Earnings Explained
Ep 75 · Feb 16, 2026 · 25 min
Mediator In this episode, discover what a family mediator really does and how much you can earn in this career. New York family mediator Alison Block Gerson shares how divorce mediation offers a faster, less expensive alternative to traditional court litigation, reducing conflict and helping couples reach workable agreements. We dive into detailed comparisons between mediation and court processes, including training requirements, private mediation rates in New York, and court-referred mediation…
Entrepreneurship: A Clear Path to Startup Success
Ep 74 · Feb 9, 2026 · 26 min
Entrepreneurship In this episode, we break down an entrepreneurship playbook for starting and growing a business - without relying on big ideas, passion, or excessive risk. Jim Beach, host of School for Startups, joins us to challenge the most common startup myths that stop founders before they ever make money, and shatters the belief that success requires a brilliant, original idea. Jim shares how he built a 100-station radio footprint without traditional syndication, using the distribution as…
Interview With AI: Jobs, AGI, and AI’s Impact on Our Future
Ep 73 · Feb 2, 2026 · 48 min
Interview With AI What happens when five leading AI systems are asked the same questions? In this special episode, we bring Gemini, Claude, Grok ChatGPT and Copilot to the same table to confront the issues shaping our future—jobs and automation, AI safety, AGI risk, intimacy, loneliness, and climate impact. We start with introductions and move to jobs - which ones are changing first, which skills matter next, and why creativity alone isn’t AI-proof. Then we discuss AGI—what it is, why it matters…
How to build a personal brand, reinvent your career, and get paid to speak
Ep 72 · Jan 26, 2026 · 31 min
Keynote Speaker What happens when you lose your voice—and the career you built around it? For Jennifer Brown, that moment became the catalyst for a powerful career reinvention. Today, she’s a globally recognized keynote speaker and one of the leading voices in diversity, equity, and inclusion. In this episode of How Much Can I Make?, Jennifer shares real-world career insights into what it takes to build a successful keynote speaking business. We talk about personal branding, storytelling, reinve…
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