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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 nervous system around the area where the surgeon is operating - usually during neck or back surgery. Ronier shares what a typical day in the life can look like, how to prepare before a scheduled surgery, and the importance of communication in this field of work.
JobGuppy show notes: https://jobguppy.com/medical/intraoperative-neuromonitoring-ronier-abarca/

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.
Website with information from each episode: https://jobguppy.com/

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

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 Theorists actually do. They also delve into the wide range of career possibilities that fall under the music theory umbrella. From music therapy to a professor in academia, the career pool is overflowing with options.

Tune in as Dr. Gopinath provides insights into his own academic journey, what the career ladder looks like as a Music Theory Professor, and find out his top music program recommendations.

JobGuppy show notes: https://jobguppy.com/associate-professor-of-music-theory-sumanth-gopinath-ph-d/

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 individuals, unravel mysteries, or find clues about ancestry, age, and signs of trauma or disease, Forensic Anthropologists bridge the gap between the living and the deceased.

Dr. Langley has a research lab at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona where she uses her skills to help physicians and surgeons improve pain management and relieve patient discomfort. As an Associate Professor of Anatomy, she also shares the education and certifications you need to land your first role as well as her best advice to get into this field of work.

JobGuppy Show Notes: https://jobguppy.com/medical/forensic-anthropologist-natalie-langley-phd/