Time We Discuss | Career Exploration Podcast with Real Professionals and Real Stories

What is it really like to make a living as a professional artist?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, Dan talks with artist Jess Leigh about what it takes to turn creativity into a career. Jess shares her experience building a business around painting, finding customers, selling original artwork, creating prints, and navigating the unpredictable income that comes with being a professional artist.

Jess primarily works with acrylic pai...

In this episode of Time We Discuss, we’re exploring what it’s really like to start and run a gourmet dog treat business with Angela Borne.

What began as a homemade solution for her own dog eventually grew into a part time business, farmers market operation, online store, retail partnerships, and physical storefront.

Angela shares what she has learned about:

• Turning a hobby into a business
• Why packaging can make or break...

How quickly can you become a real estate agent? What is it really like to work as a realtor? Is it possible to become a realtor in just one month? How much can you actually make, and what are the biggest challenges of working in real estate?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, Dan talks with Maria Gallucci, an award winning Colorado real estate broker with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. Maria works with residentia...

Ever wondered what it’s like creating silhouette portraits as a silhouette artist?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, we hear from Alison Russell, a talented live event artist who brings smiles to weddings, corporate events, and festivals with her creative and lightning-fast silhouette portraits.

Alison shares her inspiring journey from drawing as a kid to becoming one of the most in-demand silhouette artists in the industry. ...

Have you ever wondered what it's really like to work as a holistic coach? Can you build a career helping people improve their health without becoming a doctor, physical therapist, or personal trainer?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, I sit down with holistic coach Fernando Alvarez May to explore a profession that combines strength training, corrective exercise, lifestyle coaching, and wellness into one unique career. Fernando exp...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become an ADHD coach? Is coaching the right career for you, and can you actually build a successful business helping adults with ADHD?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, I sit down with Dr. Anna Burns, an ADHD coach and Doctor of Physical Therapy, to explore what it's really like working as an ADHD coach. After spending years in healthcare, Dr. Burns discovered she had ADHD as an adult and tr...

Turn your passion for baking into a career?

What does it really take to run a successful home bakery? In this episode of Time We Discuss, **Brandy Smith LeCours**, owner of Enchanted Flour Bake Shop, shares the realities of working as a professional baker. From custom cakes and oversized stuffed cookies to farmer's markets and wholesale partnerships, Brandy shares what life is really like behind the scenes of a growing baking busine...

Have you ever wondered what it's really like to work at NASA? In this episode of Time We Discuss, I sit down with NASA engineer and professional voice actor Eryn Andrews to explore two fascinating careers that could not seem more different, yet both require creativity, problem solving, and a passion for continuous learning.

Eryn shares what it is really like working as an engineer supporting human spaceflight, including training ast...

Have you ever wondered what it's really like to work as a professional violinist? Is a music degree required? How do professional musicians find gigs? And can you actually earn a living performing music?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, I sit down with professional violinist Wendy Provencher to explore what life is really like as a full time musician. Wendy shares how she built a career performing at weddings, corporate events, p...

Is a career as a yoga therapist right for you? In this episode of Time We Discuss, Anna Taylor shares what it is really like to work as a yoga therapist, including how yoga therapy differs from traditional yoga classes, the education and certification required, startup costs, salary potential, and the rewards and challenges of building a successful practice.

While many people think yoga is simply about flexibility and exercise, yoga...

Professional calligrapher and wedding invitation designer Alex Zimmerman shares what it is really like to turn beautiful handwriting into a creative career.

From designing custom wedding invitations to engraving personalized gifts at live events, Alex explains how she built a successful business with very little upfront investment and a passion for creativity.

Learn how to get started in calligraphy, what tools you actually need, how...

Thinking about becoming a home baker or starting your own home baking business? Before you preheat the oven, watch this!

In this episode of Time We Discuss, Kathy Pry shares what it's really like running a successful home baking business from her own kitchen. From decorating custom cakes and building a loyal customer base to navigating Pennsylvania home bakery regulations, Kathy offers an honest look at the sweet rewards and unexpec...

Thinking about becoming a divorce mediator? What is it really like helping couples navigate separation, conflict, and emotional conversations without going to court?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, divorce mediator and attorney Mardi Chadwick Balcom shares what it is really like working in divorce mediation. We discuss mediation versus arbitration, the emotional side of divorce work, burnout in family law careers, work life bala...

Are you looking to start a business but aren't sure where to begin? This episode of Time We Discuss offers essential business tips and five in-demand service based business ideas that can be ready by fall. Learn how to start a small business with low investment and set yourself up for success as the holiday season approaches. Subscribe for more career deep dives and unique paths you probably did not know existed.

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You went to school to become a teacher, now that's the LAST thing that you want to be. So what do you do now with a specialized degree?

Thinking about leaving teaching but not sure what comes next?

In this episode of Time We Discuss, we break down 5 high paying careers that teachers can transition into using the skills they already have from the classroom. From project management to recruiting, grant writing, and implementation roles...

Thinking of becoming a DJ? Before you buy equipment or book your first event, listen to this first.

In this episode of Time We Discuss, live event DJ Nick Vecchio breaks down what it is really like working as a DJ behind the scenes. From weddings and school dances to corporate events and pool parties, Nick shares the reality of building a career in the DJ industry.

We discuss:

• What a typical day as a DJ is really like
• How DJs prepa...

What is it really like working as an art therapist? In this episode of Time We Discuss, Sarah Balascio shares an inside look at the world of art therapy, creative arts therapy, mental health counseling, and helping people heal through creative expression.

Sarah explains how art therapists work with clients of all ages in hospitals, schools, treatment centers, senior centers, nonprofits, and private practice settings. We also discuss...

Discover what it is really like being a physical therapy assistant in this episode of Time We Discuss featuring John Cooper. From helping amputees regain mobility to working with stroke patients and orthopedic injuries, John shares the reality of working as a PTA and what makes this healthcare career both challenging and rewarding.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• What a physical therapy assistant actually does
• The difference bet...

What if your current life is only part of a much bigger story?

In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of past life regression and what it is really like to guide people through their spiritual awakening and deeper spiritual journey. Could your fears, talents, or life patterns be connected to your past lives? And more importantly, can understanding those past experiences help you move forward today?

We sit down with Laura V...