JobGuppy
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.
Episodes
22 episodes
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 ...
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 incom...
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 a...
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 trouble...
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...
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 ...
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 req...
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 ...
Maximizing Your Career and Income as an Automotive Technician
Are you considering a career in the automotive repair and maintenance industry and have questions? Check out this episode where ASE certified technician, Andrew Smith, shares valuable information he has learned across his career f...
November 2023 - Monthly Recap
In this month's recap, you’ll hear from three individuals: a Resident Chef, an Accounting Manager, and a Salesforce Consultant. Chris summarizes each guest interview along with their best career advice.For more detailed informati...
Can Anyone Really Be a Salesforce Consultant?
In this episode, Chris chats with Stephen Guzman about what the job entails as a Salesforce Consultant. But what is a Salesforce Consultant? In simple terms, they're experts in understanding a company's needs and...
Financial Accounting Manager - Do the Numbers Add Up?
In the world of an accountant, every dollar has a tale to tell. Join Chris as he speaks with Accounting Manager, Eddy Gloria, about what it’s like to become successful in this industry. Together, they peel back the layers of an accountant’s wor...
Resident Chef at Sur La Table
There’s more to being a chef than what you see on TV. Despite the excitement of cooking competitions and baking shows, a chef’s job goes beyond the kitchen. In today’s episode, Chris sits down with Resident Chef, Nick Rogers as he talks...
October 2023 - Monthly Recap
In this month's recap, you'll hear from seven people across a wide range of industries. Find more information on each episode based on their career titles below:
Intraoperative Neuromonitoring: Protecting Your Nerves During Surgery
In this episode, Chris speaks with Ronier Abarca, an intraoperative neuromonitoring specialist, who monitors neurological functions during surgery (the intraoperative part). His job is to keep the surgeon informed on what is happening to the ne...
From the Oil Rig to the Consulting Industry: Business Transformation Consultant
In this episode, Chris is joined by Business Transformation Consultant, Jesus Patino. He shares his unconventional path that took him from rigs to riches. Literally. As a former, chemical engineer working offshore, Jesus shares how his journey ...
The Art of Teaching Music Theory: A Professor's Perspective
If you want to major in Music Theory or better yet, wonder what music professions are out there, this episode is for you. Join Chris as he speaks with Associate Professor Dr. Sumanth Gopinath who breaks down what Music Theor...
Forensic Anthropology: Examining Human Skeletal Remains
If you love science and human anatomy, this episode is for you.Chris speaks with Dr. Natalie Langley, a Board Certified Forensic Anthropologist, who specializes in examining skeletal remains. Whether it’s to identify individua...
Fueling the Future: Exploring the Role of Petroleum Geologists
What does a Geologist in the Petroleum Industry do exactly?That's what today's episode is all about. In this episode, Chris is joined by Adam Damman as he shares his experience as a Petroleum Geologist, what he does day-to-...
Otorhinolaryngologist: Ear, Nose, & Throat Doctor
An Otolaryngologist is a fancy word for Ear, Nose, and Throat doctor a.k.a. ENT.In this episode, Chris sits down with Dr. Mary Beauchamp as she sheds some light on her daily life as an ENT doctor. This conversation will give you a glimp...
A Day in the Life as a Fractional Airplane Pilot
You've probably heard of a Commercial Pilot or even a Freight Pilot, but a Fractional Airplane Pilot?In case you are wondering, fractional ownership is when multiple owners share the use and costs of purchasing and operating an aircraft...
