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JobGuppy is a podcast on a mission to help career explorers and job seekers find out from real people what a specific career or job is really like on a day-to-day basis. Join your host Chris Hodges as he takes you on a deep dive with each guest as they break down their line of work. You'll hear from experienced, working professionals with transparent, realistic, and job-specific insight about their daily roles. Everything from job search recommendations to income and salaries, Chris speaks to questions like, "Do I need to go to college for this job, how much college, what is work-life balance like, and are there travel opportunities?" And the best part is the ending where the guest shares their inspirational insight for the next person wanting to get started on their career journey. Tune in each week for a deeper understanding of different career paths.

  1. 03/04/2025

    How I found a bridge from my passion to my purpose. Interview with creative and entrepreneur Anne Alexander-Sieder

    This is an episode for all creatives, anyone trying to find their passion, and anyone wanting to here more about how you can sustain an income while pursuing your passion.  Anne Alexander-Sieder, an actress currently featured in A Heidelberg Holiday on Netflix, shares her adventures throughout her career journey in the entertainment industry. She discusses how she got back into acting later in life, moving from a successful voiceover and presenting career to relaunching her on-screen acting career after raising a family. Anne emphasizes the importance of adaptability, entrepreneurial thinking, and self-driven opportunities. To help relaunch her acting career again later in life and bridge the gap of inactivity -  she discovered how to curate experts and coaches and craft workshops locally.  The workshops she crafted, and now helps others craft, serve to (1) bring top-tier acting coaches to her\you locally to help brush up on acting skills, (2) earn income, (3) build community, and (4) network on a completely different level.  Anne also speaks about how fear and limiting beliefs can hinder progress and how actively pursuing one's curiosity can lead to unexpected opportunities.  You can find out more about how Anne helps actors, and other creatives, take control over their careers and use workshops to master skills across a variety of topics like acting, art, furniture rehab, cake decoration, etc..., all while earning an income at Act-Bold.com.  @JobGuppy, find show notes and other important links from this episode.  Look for Anne Alexander-Sieder. Key Takeaways Curiosity Leads to Passion – If you don’t have a burning passion, follow your curiosities and take action. They often lead to unexpected career opportunities.Entrepreneurial Thinking Enhances Creativity – Anne built a business by organizing workshops, allowing her to train and make money at the same time.Fear Never Disappears, But You Can Control It – Fear often sounds like logic, but taking action is the only way to build confidence.Community is Key – Building relationships in your industry opens doors and provides support through career transitions.AI is Changing the Creative Industry – The entertainment field is being reshaped by AI, making it crucial for actors and creatives to find unique, irreplaceable human skills.Chapters 02:46 Target audience description 03:44 Job role description 04:28 Anne’s career journey 16:31 using workshops to brush back up on acting skills 17:48 The role of curiosity 19:18 How to find your curiosity 21:25 Anne’s multifaceted life roles 22:30 work-life-balance 24:44 Entrepreneurship 26:30 Adaptability 28:02 Misconceptions about creative roles 28:34 Maslow’s hierarchy of needs 30:24 Using workshops to meet needs 39:47 Mentorship 42:17 Education 43:33 AI impact in the creative space 48:46 the importance of community and connections 50:12 how to discover your passion 51:27 Income as an actor 54:43 Act-Bold.com workshop walkthrough 56:25 what would you do different and how to deal with fear #careerjourney #careeradvice #careers #jobguppy

    1h 1m

  2. 02/07/2025

    How to become an IC Layout Designer in the Semiconductor Industry

    Harrison Chau shares the story of his career journey and the path that led him to become an IC Layout Designer.  He also discusses what it's like to be an IC Layout Designer, the education required, and some general information about income. @JobGuppy show notes and other related items at https://jobguppy.com/engineering/electrical-engineering/semiconductor-ic-layout-engineer-harrison-chau/. Takeaways • IC layout engineering and design is a niche field within the semiconductor industry, requiring specialized knowledge and skills. • The role of an IC layout engineer involves using computer-aided design tools to build circuits based on schematics and design rules. • Work-life balance in the industry can vary depending on the company and project, but it is generally manageable.  It is always good to ask when interviewing how the project cycles are structured to help manage the work-life balance.  Some companies are known for high stress project cycles, but may also have high reward benefits.  But it all depends on what is important to you. • Some roles can offer hybrid in-office and remote work opportunities. • Education requirements for IC layout engineering can range from specialized training programs without a college degree to advanced levels of college degrees, depending on the level of expertise desired. • IC layout jobs can be found on company websites, job search platforms like Indeed and LinkedIn, and specialized IC layout school websites. • IC layout professionals often work closely with others and need to be in sync with the overall design process. • Teamwork, communication, and creativity can help you become a better IC layout designer overall. • A good analogy to IC layout is like building a house. First the architect designs the home based on things like features, costs, and size. Then they hand the design over to a general contractor who is then in charge of building the design. The IC Layout Designer is like the general contractor in this example. They are responsible for building the circuit design provided to them. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 09:55 Career Path and Transition to IC Layout 12:49 Understanding the Semiconductor Industry 19:26 Work-Life Balance in IC Layout 23:15 Education and Training for IC Layout 30:17 Job Search and Hiring Insights 33:37 Salary Expectations and Career Growth 36:59 The Future of IC Layout and AI 38:28 Career Advice and Final Thoughts #chipdesign #integratedcircuit #semiconductor #layoutdesign #careerjourney #careeradvice #careers #jobguppy

    44 min

  3. 02/11/2024

    Librarian careers beyond the Public Library and all over the world

    Summary In this conversation, Karen Holt, a Library Director in a national lab for the Department of Energy, shares her journey and experiences in the field of librarianship. She discusses the different types of libraries and the various roles within the profession. Karen explains her daily responsibilities as a library director. She has also worked in diverse roles all over the world.  She shares insights into her career path and the value of her diverse experiences. Karen goes on to provides advice for aspiring librarians and shares ideas on job searching and what skills she looks for when interviewing potential job seekers. JobGuppy show notes and other related items at:  https://jobguppy.com/librarians/library-director-karen-holt/ Takeaways The role of a librarian offers a wide range of career opportunities in different types of libraries in the U.S. and abroad, including schools, college academia, museums, corporate companies, law firms, medical libraries, Congress, and even international organizations like NATO and the United Nations.Librarians often have diverse responsibilities, including managing, removing, and adding new collections, assisting patrons, conducting research, and implementing new technologies.Building relationships and providing excellent customer service are essential skills for librarians.Librarians can benefit from a variety of educational backgrounds, and there are different paths to enter the profession, including obtaining a master's degree in library science or information studies.Networking, reaching out to professionals in the field, and being open to new experiences can help aspiring librarians navigate their career paths.Being a librarian allows for flexibility to relocate to many different geographical locations over ones career.Chapters00:00 Episode Introduction – How many kinds of librarians are there? 02:19 Karen's Introduction – Her Career Journey and the Role of a Library Director 02:58 What is the role of a Library Director? 06:06 What are different places librarians can work? 07:33 How do you allocate your time and do you travel? 11:45 How did you know you wanted a career as a librarian? 26:43 What would surprise people to know about you? 29:02 What are your likes and dislikes about working in a library? 30:16 What is the work-life balance like for a librarian? 31:13 Is there anything unique that sets you apart from other librarians? 32:37 What kind of education is required to be a librarian? 37:02 How to search for librarian jobs 40:08 What hiring managers look for in librarian candidates 40:53 What is the income for a librarian? 45:26 What advice can you share with listeners about career exploration? 47:14 The wrap-up

    48 min

  4. 01/29/2024

    Wired for Success: Career Insights from a Master Electrician

    SummaryIn this conversation, Josh Grooms, a master electrician, discusses his role and experiences in the electrical trade. He shares insights into the daily tasks and projects of an electrician, including working in attics and troubleshooting electrical issues. Josh also highlights the variety of work and job satisfaction that comes with being an electrician. He discusses the transition to business ownership and the responsibilities that come with it. Josh provides advice for those considering a career as an electrician, emphasizing the importance of physical labor and the ability to adapt to different tasks. He also shares insights into income and financial growth in the field and provides resources for job searches and union information.   Takeaways·        Being an electrician involves a wide range of tasks, from working in attics and troubleshooting electrical issues to installing fixtures and completing wiring projects. ·        There are different industries and specializations within the electrical trade, including residential, commercial, and industrial work. ·        The job of an electrician requires physical labor, adaptability, and the ability to work independently. ·        Transitioning to business ownership as an electrician brings additional responsibilities, such as managing finances and finding new clients. ·        Income in the electrical trade can vary depending on location, experience, and specialization, with opportunities for growth through leadership roles. JobGuppy show notes and other related items at:  https://jobguppy.com/the-trades/master-electrician-josh-grooms/ Chapters: 00:00 Intro 02:34 Career Path and Experience 03:28 What does your week look like? 05:08 What are the various electrician industries? 06:14 What are some example tasks? 10:22 Time breakdown 13:51 Options to work alone or in a group 15:31 Different ‘niches’ for electricians 16:14 Experience needed to be a Service Electrician 16:49 How did you know you wanted to be an electrician? 18:50 What can a career path look like? 23:30 Discussing the Electrician’s Union 24:22 Surprises, likes, and dislikes 25:33 Education requirements and ongoing certification requirements 28:30 Income growth opportunities 32:19 Importance of location and weather conditions 33:05 Job searching 34:29 Parting advice and inspirational words 35:33 That’s a wrap

    36 min

  5. 01/16/2024

    Behind the Scenes of a Real Estate Investor in a Family Business

    Summary: Jason Grote, a residential real estate investor, shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey in the real estate industry. He discusses working with family, balancing office work and field work, and the process of real estate investing. He also highlights the financial challenges and the importance of budgeting. Jason emphasizes the need for fortitude and self-drive in entrepreneurship and the un-glamorous side of the real estate business. He provides advice for newcomers, including the importance of networking and finding a niche that interests them. Jason reflects on his own experiences and offers insights into creating a successful career in real estate. JobGuppy show notes and other related items at: https://jobguppy.com/real-estate/residential-real-estate-investor-jason-grote/ Key takeaways:  Working with family in a real estate business can be successful if roles and responsibilities are clearly defined.There are many ways to get involved in real estate investment. So find your niche and focus on that.In Jason's opinion, look for the areas of real estate that interest you the most to help find your niche. If you do it just for the money, it may not last.It takes time. And once one door opens, it starts leading to other doors opening.  Timeline: 00:00 Introduction  03:26 Roles and Responsibilities in Residential Real Estate 05:46 The Process of Real Estate Investing 07:14 Traits and Skills for Success in Real Estate 09:38 Challenges and Lessons Learned in Real Estate 11:04 The Reality of Real Estate vs. Glamorized Perception 14:50 Passion for Real Estate and Working with People 16:15 Certifications and Networking in Real Estate 19:38 Resources for Learning and Networking in Real Estate 21:05 Advice for Newcomers in Real Estate 22:33 Prioritizing and Maintaining Relationships in Entrepreneurship 25:00 Finding Your Niche and Enjoying the Real Estate Journey 27:23 Conclusion and Next Steps

    28 min

  6. 01/05/2024

    Market Development Manager - The Evolution of an Organic Farmer to Semiconductor Interconnect Market Innovator

    In this conversation, Chris interviews Ben Pratt, a Market Development Manager at Carlisle Interconnect. Ben shares his career journey, starting from being an organic farmer and welder to his current role. He explains the responsibilities of a Market Development Manager, which include product management, strategic account management, and product marketing. Ben emphasizes the importance of teamwork and collaboration in his role and discusses the balance between technical and business skills. He also provides insights into work-life balance, job search advice, and the value of education in this field. Other topics discussed: The importance of teamwork and collaboration in his role.  Work-life balance and the need for a supportive team and manager.  Insights into the product management field and advice for those interested in pursuing a career in this area. Education and degree requirements for product management roles.  Different job titles and growth opportunities within the field.Income and salary range. Advice on job searching.The importance of building relationships and staying open to new opportunities.  Ben reflects on his own career choices and encourages others to keep grinding and stay determined. JobGuppy show notes and other items like example job searches at: https://jobguppy.com/business/market-development-manager-ben-pratt/ Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:03 Role of a Market Development Manager 04:28 Daily Responsibilities 08:34 Team Collaboration 10:57 Travel and Customer Interaction 12:23 Work-Life Balance 13:45 Career Path and Education 19:07 Importance of Networking and Relationships 20:57 Surprising Aspects of the Job 22:26 Likes and Dislikes 24:40 Job Search Advice 28:35 Importance of Education 31:58 Income and Salary 37:15 Job Search Resources 39:41 Regrets and Lessons Learned 40:51 Conclusion

    42 min

  7. 12/15/2023

    Do you have what it takes to be a Supply Chain Operations Manager at Amazon?

    In this episode, Mariana shares her experience working as an Operations Manager at Amazon in the supply chain management field. She discusses the daily activities, goals, and metrics of her role, as well as the skills and personality traits required for success. Mariana also talks about the challenges she faced as a new leader and how she overcame shyness to develop her leadership skills. She provides insights into career progression, work-life balance, and income growth in the industry. Mariana offers advice for job seekers and emphasizes the rewarding aspects of working in operations management. https://jobguppy.com/supply-chain-management-operations-manager-mariana-bermudez/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:30 Career in Supply Chain Management 03:19 Goals and Metrics 04:15 Daily Activities and Time Allocation 05:37 Skills and Personality Traits 06:32 Overcoming Shyness and Building Leadership Skills 07:32 Travel Opportunities 08:48 Other Roles and Opportunities 09:18 Setting Goals and Metrics 10:14 Problem Solving and Firefighting 12:34 Planning and Forecasting 13:58 Career Path and Progression 15:27 College Preparation and Degree Relevance 16:57 Math and Presentations 18:49 Choosing Supply Chain Management 19:46 Internships and Work Experience 20:12 Career Path and Progression 21:40 Enjoyment and Challenges 22:39 Work-Life Balance 23:35 Income and Salary Growth 26:30 Benefits of Additional Learning Credentials 27:29 Job Search and Recommended Companies 31:49 Job Titles and Job Search Platforms 33:45 Hiring Criteria and Skills 39:00 Leadership and Development 40:59 Degree Relevance and Career Progression 42:26 Inspiration and Advice 43:42 Conclusion

    44 min

  8. 12/08/2023

    How to pursue a career in Cybersecurity

    In this episode, John Bottoms shares what it's like to be head of cybersecurity at Mozilla Firefox and gives some examples of the projects and issues he and his team tackle.  This career field has a very diverse set of specialties to explore, like evaluating security level risks associated  with merger and acquisitions targets, incident response, disaster recovery, and data management to name a few.  John has a large scope of experience working his way up through IT and then transferring his skillset to focus on cybersecurity.  If you're wondering were to get started, then this episode is for you.  Links to specific certification programs mentioned during the interview and other show notes are at https://jobguppy.com/cybersecurity/head-of-cybersecurity-john-bottoms/

    47 min
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JobGuppy is a podcast on a mission to help career explorers and job seekers find out from real people what a specific career or job is really like on a day-to-day basis. Join your host Chris Hodges as he takes you on a deep dive with each guest as they break down their line of work. You'll hear from experienced, working professionals with transparent, realistic, and job-specific insight about their daily roles. Everything from job search recommendations to income and salaries, Chris speaks to questions like, "Do I need to go to college for this job, how much college, what is work-life balance like, and are there travel opportunities?" And the best part is the ending where the guest shares their inspirational insight for the next person wanting to get started on their career journey. Tune in each week for a deeper understanding of different career paths.

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  • Creator
    Chris Hodges
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
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