Welcome to The Career Path Pod by Indeed, the podcast that proves there's more than one path to better work. Each episode brings two workers together to talk about something they have in common: they found a job on Indeed through their own unique career journeys. And that’s not all!
With vastly different backgrounds, industries, and roles, our guests turn the tables and interview each other, sharing authentic conversations about their pivotal career moments. From conquering obstacles to discovering their niche, you'll hear how they achieved their goals—whether it's a high-paying job or a fulfilling side hustle—through diverse strategies. Discover the surprising commonalities and differences in the experiences of a dental hygienist and assistant project manager, as they share the invaluable lessons learned along the way, all to inspire and equip you with new insights for your own path.
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Welcome to The Career Path Pod by Indeed, the podcast that proves there's more than one path to better work. Each episode brings two workers together to talk about something they have in common: they found a job on Indeed through their own unique career journeys. And that’s not all!
With vastly different backgrounds, industries, and roles, our guests turn the tables and interview each other, sharing authentic conversations about their pivotal career moments. From conquering obstacles to discovering their niche, you'll hear how they achieved their goals—whether it's a high-paying job or a fulfilling side hustle—through diverse strategies. Discover the surprising commonalities and differences in the experiences of a dental hygienist and assistant project manager, as they share the invaluable lessons learned along the way, all to inspire and equip you with new insights for your own path.
Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer.
You don't have to be a math person to have a six-figure salary. On this episode of The Career Path Pod by Indeed, speech-language pathologist Julia and physician assistant Susan share their paths of finding rewarding roles in healthcare. They reveal the true skills that matter more than numbers, offering strategies for salary negotiation and career growth. Get ready to rethink what’s possible for your career path. Make sure to subscribe for new episodes!
Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer.
0:00 - Episode introduction
0:58 - Guest introductions: Julia and Susan
2:08 - Busting the myth: You need math for high-paying jobs
4:39 - Julia’s career path: From first job to speech pathologist
4:54 - Susan’s career path: From TV writer to physician assistant
5:40 - How they reached a six-figure salary
7:19 - Why healthcare jobs pay so well without requiring advanced math
8:26 - The challenges of career changes
16:55 - The most important skill for a successful career
18:50 - Navigating job searches before Indeed
20:47 - The importance of networking in healthcare
23:19 - How Indeed's salary ranges help with negotiation
27:35 - What's next for Julia and Susan
28:29 - The surprising thing they have in common
29:06 - Episode recap and final takeaway
A high-paying job doesn't also have to mean high stress! In this episode, a truck driver and a project engineer share their inspiring stories of finding careers they genuinely enjoy.
You'll discover how to turn your passions into a paycheck, find a job that fits your lifestyle, and advocate for yourself to get what you're worth. Tune in and get ready to find a job that keeps you inspired and well-paid. Subscribe for new episodes to help you on your own career path!
Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer.
0:00 - Episode introduction
0:52 - Guest introductions
1:46 - Karl's career switch: from auto mechanic to project engineer
2:42 - How to make a high salary as a truck driver and project engineer
3:36 - What makes their roles fun
4:31 - How Jane found her career as a truck driver
6:05 - Discovering a fun job that fits your lifestyle
6:54 - Jane's job search process
8:40 - Carl's job search process
9:37 - Negotiating salary and benefits for work-life balance
11:04 - How to find high-paying jobs that are fun on Indeed
11:50 - How Jane and Karl's unique career paths led to high-salary positions
12:47 - Challenges of starting a new job
14:11 - Advice before starting a job search
16:28 - Why networking and a great attitude are essential
17:07 - What's next for Jane and Karl
17:52 - What a truck driver and a project engineer have in common
18:35 - Episode recap
Did you know you can earn extra income from your passions? And here’s the best part: You don’t have to quit your day job or exhaust yourself to make a little extra earnings doing what you love the most.
Hear from our guests, a nurse-turned-COO and a radiation therapist, who share their inspiring paths to financial growth and career satisfaction. Discover how they leveraged their skills, found side hustles, AND used Indeed to their advantage. Subscribe for new episodes to help you on your own career path!
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0:00 – Intro
0:45 – Meet Raquel Perez: COO of The Nursing Beat
1:05 – Meet Peter: Radiation therapist & medical dosimetrist
2:00 – Why Peter started looking for a side gig
3:30 – How Raquel applied for her COO role
4:50 – Side gig vs. full-time job search differences
7:20 – Raquel’s non-traditional path from nurse to marketing
9:10 – Interviewing for side gigs vs. full-time roles
11:50 – Negotiating salary for full-time vs. side gigs
14:15 – Using Indeed for job search & resume review
15:20 – Networking for extra income opportunities
15:55 – flexible side gig options on Indeed
16:20 – Strategies for finding extra income
17:50 – Raquel’s past side gigs before marketing
18:25 – Why marketing stuck for Raquel
18:45 – Why radiation oncology stuck for Peter
20:00 - Pros and cons of making extra income
23:45 - Challenges transitioning side gig to full-time
25:40 - What Raquel wished she knew before her job search
26:40 - What Peter wished he knew before his job search
27:25 - First steps to make extra income alongside a full-time job
28:20 - Peter & Raquel's next career steps
29:50 - Episode recap
Looking for tips on how to land a high-paying remote job? Then this is the episode for you! Join social impact manager Paola and editorial consultant Gwen as they share their journeys to landing high-salary remote roles. You'll learn their best tips for navigating the remote job market, negotiating pay, and how to thrive in a flexible, high-earning career. Subscribe for more episodes to help you on your own career path!
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Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:47 - What a typical day looks like
3:03 - Job history before working remotely
5:42 - How Gwen got into finding a remote job
6:03 - How Paola got into finding a remote job
6:31 - What the job search process looked like
10:00 - Gwen’s work structure as an editor
10:49 - Negotiating salary
11:30 - Why Gwen and Paolo prefer remote work
14:51 - Challenges faced during the job search process
16:01 - Using Indeed during the job search
17:15 - Strategy for finding a high-paying remote job
19:03 - Opportunities as a social impact manager and editor
19:35 - Useful skills for working remotely
20:56 - When you know if a role is right for you
24:33 - Advice for someone starting a remote job search
25:41 - One thing Gwen and Paola wish they knew before starting
26:40 - Next career steps for Gwen and Paola
27:45 - Unexpected commonalities
28:54 - Episode recap
In this episode, we’re remote jobs and careers that fit our guests' introvert personalites. Meet Paul, a freelance writer, and Guelita, an accountant, and learn how they found the independent work lifestyles for them right on Indeed. They’ll dive deep into their unique journeys: discussing what their daily lives look like and even the surprising ways communication skills are still an important key to success in their respective roles. So, if you're looking for work that truly fits your introverted style, listen and subscribe for the best strategies to find a role for you!
Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer.
0:00 - Intro
1:09 - What a typical day looks like
2:21 - Educational backgrounds and experience
3:17 - How Paul got into freelance writing
3:37 - How to know if you want a job that doesn't deal with people
5:46 - Using Indeed to search for jobs
7:50 - How to apply for a freelance writer job
8:19 - How to apply for a job as an accountant
9:15 - Tips for getting through the interview as an introvert
10:26 - The hardest part of searching for accountant jobs
10:55 - The hardest part of searching for freelance writer jobs
12:24 - How often do you look for jobs as a freelancer?
13:31 - What do you like most about your job?
14:31 - Skills you need as an accountant
15:36 - Pros and cons of working alone
16:48 - When you know if a role is right for you
18:15 - How their current work environments compare to their last
19:36 - What to know before starting your job search
20:23 - First steps to find a job for introverts
22:19 - Where Paul and Guelita see their career paths going
Drew here and we're talking jobs that pay over $100K! Discover misconceptions about high-paying jobs in The Career Path Pod presented by Indeed: A new podcast where we listen to people with similar career goals, but took different paths to get there AND used Indeed to get their jobs 😉. In the first episode, Brittany, a Dental Hygienist from San Diego, and Raquel, an Assistant Project Manager from Los Angeles, discuss their professional backgrounds, the job search highs and lows that helped them break the $100K mark, and what they wish they knew before starting their job search. Settle in for this candid conversation full of advice for earning six figures. Subscribe for new episodes to help you on your own career path!
Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer.
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:03 - What does a typical day look like?
3:08 - Using Indeed to engage & conduct market research
3:45 - Raquel’s professional background before becoming an assistant project manager
5:46 - Brittany’s professional background before becoming a dental hygienist
7:16 - Defining moment for career decision
8:23 - Favorite thing you like about your job?
9:40 - Most valuable skills you’ve implemented in your career?
11:18 - What’s one thing you wish you knew during your job search?
12:37 - How long did it take to start making a 100k salary?
13:25 - Salary negotiation tactics
17:07 - How long did it take to land your role?
18:53 - Dealing with impostor syndrome
20:27 - Common misconception about people making over 100k in your profession?
21:26 - Tips to make over 100k salary in each role
22:36 - Where are you looking to go next in your career?
23:29 - What's one thing you didn’t expect us to have in common?
25:14 - Episode recap
Welcome to The Career Path Pod by Indeed, the podcast that proves there's more than one path to better work. Each episode brings two workers together to talk about something they have in common: they found a job on Indeed through their own unique career journeys. And that’s not all!
With vastly different backgrounds, industries, and roles, our guests turn the tables and interview each other, sharing authentic conversations about their pivotal career moments. From conquering obstacles to discovering their niche, you'll hear how they achieved their goals—whether it's a high-paying job or a fulfilling side hustle—through diverse strategies. Discover the surprising commonalities and differences in the experiences of a dental hygienist and assistant project manager, as they share the invaluable lessons learned along the way, all to inspire and equip you with new insights for your own path.
Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer.
