Physical Therapist

9/2/25

Seven years of school to become a physical therapist? Yep—you heard that right! Trisha Groff, Director at AccessPT in Woodstock, NY, spills the beans with her career insight on what it really takes to break into (and thrive in) the demanding yet rewarding PT job.

From helping weekend warriors bounce back, to witnessing jaw-dropping recoveries—like the 70+ man who learned to walk on two prosthetic legs. Trish’s stories will have you rethinking what’s possible.

Warning: this episode might just make you want to book a PT appointment… or start a whole new career.

AccessPT website - https://accessphysicaltherapywellness.com/

To start your career at AccessPT - https://accessphysicaltherapywellness.com/careers/

Zoe Lewis

8/26/25

Zoe Lewis—aka “a band in a body”—takes us on a whirlwind tour of her music career,  from her childhood in England to jamming her way through 70+ countries. Along the way, she’s collected grooves, stories, and a knack for turning tiny everyday moments into songs that caught the ear of big brands—and even Netflix.

If music’s in your veins and you can’t imagine doing anything else, or just wishing for a career change, this episode is a must‑listen.

website https://zoelewis.com/

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Be a Consultant

8/19/25

Ever thought about ditching your 9-to-5 job and calling your own shots? Amy Rasdal did just that—and she’s here to tell us how. Amy went from a corporate job to living that sweet consultant life and building a great career. Now she helps other professionals do the same.

In this episode, she breaks down how to turn what you already know into a flexible, high-paying consulting jobs. We’re talking setting your rates, finding clients, and actually enjoying your work again.

Curious if the consulting life could be your next big career move? Head to BillableAtTheBeach.com or find Amy on LinkedIn to see if you’ve got what it takes to go solo—and get paid.

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyrasdal/
Book - https://www.amazon.com/Land-Consulting-Project-NOW-flexibility/dp/B0B1B4Y7D8

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Custom Shirt Maker

8/12/25

Ever wonder how a guy chasing love in NYC ends up dressing Broadway stars and Hollywood legends? Meet Carl Goldberg—a shirtmaker, entrepreneur, and all-around fabric whisperer. 

He didn’t plan on a career in fashion, but 40+ years later he still runs his a thriving custom shirt business in the heart of Manhattan

In this episode, Carl shares his career journey—from retail gigs to launching his own shop—and offers insights for anyone thinking about a career change, or dreaming of turning a love of fashion into a full-time job.

You’ll get a peek behind the curtain of the entertainment world, where Carl’s shirts have been featured in The Producers, The Music Man, Law & Order, and many more.

Tune in and hear how Carl keeps the love in every stitch.
Follow him on Instagram @cegonyc and see the magic for yourself.

Carl’s website - https://www.cego.com

OR Nurse

8/5/25

Ever wonder what really goes down behind those mysterious operating room doors? In this episode, longtime OR nurse Patty Columbia Walsh spills the tea on her 40-year career in one of the most high-stress, high-stakes jobs in healthcare. Spoiler alert: it’s not like Grey’s Anatomy.

From anticipating a surgeon’s every move to staying cool during full-blown medical emergencies, Patty takes us inside the fast-paced, no-room-for-error world of the OR and the emotional weight of the job.

If you're curious about a job in nursing, this episode is packed with career insights, real talk and heart.  Listen now!

Keynote Speaker 

7/29/25

What do you do when you literally lose your voice—and your career along with it? For Jennifer Brown, it was the surprising beginning of a brand new job as a keynote speaker and one of today’s leading voices in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

In this episode, Jennifer shares powerful career insights about reinvention,  and what it really takes to thrive as a Keynote speaker. From building your personal brand to crafting the story only you can tell, she’s got practical tips and real talk about stepping into your purpose—and getting paid for it.

If you’ve ever wondered how to turn your lived experience into something meaningful and profitable, this conversation is your sign to go for it.

A Goat Farmer

7/22/25

Ever wonder what it’s really like to run a goat farm? In this episode, Victoria Balentine—owner of Shady Farms in upstate New York—gives us a behind-the-barn look at her job and her career switch, from city acupuncturist to hands-in-the-dirt farmer, and the sweet (and sometimes stinky) reality of small-scale farming.

She spills career insights on making money through agrotourism—think goat yoga and farm tours—and talks about what it really takes to keep a modern farm thriving.

If you're flirting with a career change, dreaming of a simpler life, or just curious about farming-life beyond Instagram, this episode is for you. Packed with practical tips, honest moments, and a lot of goat energy—this one's a treat.