How Much Can I Make? — Real Jobs. Real People. Real Money.

Mirav Ozeri - Career Insights Journalist
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How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri is the podcast that pulls back the curtain on real jobs, real people, and real earnings.  Each week, Mirav interviews professionals from every corner of the working world — HVAC pros, cybersecurity experts, boutique hotel owners, mediums, musicians, dietitians, filmmakers and more — to reveal what it’s really like to do their job. You’ll hear how they got started, what training or degrees they needed, how they broke into the business, what challenges they face, and how much they make. Whether you’re exploring a career change, starting a side hustle, or just curious what others earn, this show delivers practical advice, inspiring stories, and insider insights straight from the people doing the work. Search. Listen. Learn how to get in — and how much you can earn. Nominated for 2025 Women in Podcasting Award.

  1. Side Hustle to Digital Agency: How to Build a Profitable Online Business

    5D AGO

    Side Hustle to Digital Agency: How to Build a Profitable Online Business

    Digital Entrepreneur Discover practical job ideas and career insights in digital entrepreneurship. What if you could learn a practical web skill over a single weekend, build a simple website for a local business, and turn it into steady monthly income? In this episode, we sit down with Matt Raad to break down a realistic path from beginner to profitable digital entrepreneurship. We talk about building websites for local businesses, creating income-producing digital assets, and growing a service-based online business from home—without e-commerce headaches, technical overload, or large upfront investment. You’ll hear real-world case studies, including: • A couple who left burnout careers and earned $160,000 in their first year • A FIFO worker making $5,000+ on off weeks by offering AI automation services • A stay-at-home mom with limited English who turned free starter websites into a family business over time If you’re searching for a side hustle, a work-from-home business, or a practical way to make money online using web skills, this episode is a must-listen. Connect with Matt Raad  website: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-raad/?originalSubdomain=au Podcast: https://www.digitalinvestors.com/ Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

    32 min
  2. Digital Real Estate - Buying Websites For Cash Flow

    JAN 5

    Digital Real Estate - Buying Websites For Cash Flow

    Digital Real Estate What if your next big investment isn’t a building—it’s a blog? In this episode, digital real estate expert Matt Raad breaks down how he buys simple content websites, renovates them with SEO optimization, and turns them into reliable passive income. He explains why passion niches—like gardening, wellness, crafts, and hobbies—are some of the most profitable online business opportunities. We cover exactly how to buy websites safely, how to find undervalued sites on Flippa, how to turn neglected blogs into real monthly cash flow. Matt shares data-backed examples, including a $400 gardening website earning $4,000 every spring and a $45,000 Thai massage education site that generates revenue through high-margin online courses. If you’re searching for a side hustle, exploring passive-income ideas, or considering a full career pivot into digital real estate, this episode gives you a clear roadmap. Matt explains how buying digital assets instead of brick-and-mortar property can create scalable, flexible income online. Tune in to learn how website investing really works—and how you can start. Connect with Matt Raad: Website: https://www.ebusinessinstitute.com.au/media-kit/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-raad/ Podcast: https://www.digitalinvestors.com Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

    33 min
  3. Fragrance Industry Career: The Fragrance Evaluator Job

    12/29/2025

    Fragrance Industry Career: The Fragrance Evaluator Job

    Fragrance Evaluator  Jillian Friedman shares career insights from the fragrance industry, including global differences in taste, why synthetic ingredients can actually lead to safer, more sustainable formulas. We explore how a fragrance evaluator influences what you smell—from the first spark of a creative brief to the final bottle on the shelf. If you’re curious about a career in the fragrance industry, this episode is for you. And if you enjoyed it, please leave a quick review and share it with someone who loves scent. Jillian’s website: http://www.jillianfriedman.com/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillianfriedman/?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

    21 min
  4. Cybersecurity Jobs: Understanding Account Takeovers, SIM Swaps, and Email Hacks

    12/22/2025

    Cybersecurity Jobs: Understanding Account Takeovers, SIM Swaps, and Email Hacks

    Cyber Security Expert Cybersecurity is one of today's fastest-growing career opportunities, offering high earnings and strong job security as cybercrime continues to evolve. Most cyberattacks don’t start with elite hackers—they start with your email address and phone number. We sit down with Rivka Tadjer, CEO and co-founder of Zero Hack, to break down how modern cybercrime really works—and how protecting people and companies has turned into a lucrative career path. Rivka breaks down the most common attack paths—email compromise, phone number hijacking, and reused passwords—and walks through practical steps you should take to protect yourself.  We unpack how organized cybercrime operates at scale, why email and phone takeovers are the #1 threat to your finance and identity, and what skills are actually valuable in the cybersecurity job market. Rivka explians VPN and router security basics, travel-related risks, and how to create a “clean” financial identity that stays off public apps and social logins. Whether you’re curious about cybersecurity careers, want to protect your money, or just want to stop feeling exposed online, this episode is your cybersecurity reset. Connect with Rivka: Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rivkatadjer/ Website - https://cybercrimedispatchunit.com/ Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

    46 min
  5. How Much Does An Electrician Make? Career Insight and Real Pay

    12/16/2025

    How Much Does An Electrician Make? Career Insight and Real Pay

    Electrician Entrepreneur If you’re searching for high-paying jobs, career change ideas,  can your make good money without college? Or just curious about an electrician career - this episode is for you!   Today we’re talking with Eli, a master electrician whose career spans trade school, apprenticeships, residential wiring, commercial work, factory-scale power systems, and hundreds of generator installs. Eli breaks down how to become an electrician, electrician apprenticeship, the real career path as an electrician, and what you actually learn in trade school, apprenticeships, and master-level training.  Safety is a huge issue. Eli shares essential rules every electrician follows—“Not grounded, not dead”—plus why aluminum ladders and lockout habits matter, as well as the hidden electrical dangers in older homes and the fast-growing world of EV charger installation.  If you're looking for AI proof careers, jobs that pay six figures or on-demand jobs, Eli explains how this profession works from the inside. This episode is packed with insights for anyone researching career paths, job stability, trade skills, electrician salaries, high-demand jobs.  Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

    31 min
  6. Inside a Legal Cannabis Farm: Careers, Costs & Income

    12/09/2025

    Inside a Legal Cannabis Farm: Careers, Costs & Income

    Cannabis Farm  What’s it really like to work on a cannabis farm — and how much can you make? This episode takes you inside a legal cannabis grow operation to break down jobs, pay, career paths, and the realities of working in the cannabis industry. This week I’m talking with Beck Mooney, Director of Operations at Supernaturals NY, who takes us behind the scenes of running a legal cannabis farm in New York. She shares in-depth job tips and career insights for anyone interested in this growing field. If you’re curious about how the cannabis world actually works (beyond the buzzwords), this episode is a must-listen. Supernaturals NY website - https://www.supernaturalsny.com/ Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

    22 min
  7. Restaurant Owner Job: Career Change Story of Nicole Cawley

    12/02/2025

    Restaurant Owner Job: Career Change Story of Nicole Cawley

    Restaurant Owner Job Considering a career change or looking for new job ideas? In this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Nicole Cawley, who transitioned from 20 years in corporate banking to becoming a successful restaurant co-owner and entrepreneur. Nicole shares invaluable career insights about the realities of restaurant ownership, including operating margins, staffing challenges, and real estate decisions. If you're curious about making money through a new career path or entrepreneurship, Nicole's story offers practical advice and a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run and grow a popular community restaurant brand.  Whether you’re exploring career opportunities or need job tips for a major pivot, this episode is packed with useful information to guide you through your journey. Follow us for more real stories, real people, and real jobs that uncover the success factors behind different careers. Yum Yum Website: https://www.yumyumnoodlebar.com/menu Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

    21 min
  8. Broadway Lighting Designer: How the Job Works, What They Make, and How to Break In

    11/25/2025

    Broadway Lighting Designer: How the Job Works, What They Make, and How to Break In

    Lighting Designer Career Go behind the scenes of Broadway with four-time Tony Award–winning Lighting Designer Kevin Adams. He breaks down what a theatre lighting designer actually does, the skills you need to get started, and the unexpected twists of his career path. The jaw-dropper? Adams reveals how Broadway designers really make their big money—including income streams, payment structures, union and more. Perfect for anyone curious about Broadway careers, creative jobs, and how much you can make in the performing arts. Kevin's website - https://www.ambermylar.com/index.html Want us to cover a specific job? Shoot us an email! Visit howmuchcanimake.info Music credit: Kate Pierson & Monica Nation

    28 min
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How Much Can I Make? with Mirav Ozeri is the podcast that pulls back the curtain on real jobs, real people, and real earnings.  Each week, Mirav interviews professionals from every corner of the working world — HVAC pros, cybersecurity experts, boutique hotel owners, mediums, musicians, dietitians, filmmakers and more — to reveal what it’s really like to do their job. You’ll hear how they got started, what training or degrees they needed, how they broke into the business, what challenges they face, and how much they make. Whether you’re exploring a career change, starting a side hustle, or just curious what others earn, this show delivers practical advice, inspiring stories, and insider insights straight from the people doing the work. Search. Listen. Learn how to get in — and how much you can earn. Nominated for 2025 Women in Podcasting Award.

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