In this episode of "I want to be a," Cady Chesney talks with Amy Zaroff, Principal and Lead Event Designer and Producer at Amy Zaroff Events & Design, to discuss what the job of a event planner entails, and how to make it as a successful event planner.

Planning a financial future can be challenging, which is where a Financial Advisor comes in to assist with planning. In this episode of "I want to be a," Cady Chesney talks with Brittney Castro, Founder and CEO of Financially Wise Women, to discuss what the career of a financial advisor entails, and how to be successful in this competitive industry.

Executives, large companies, and social innovators often use ghostwriters to create clear, compelling articles for publication in magazines, newspapers, and even on their company website. How does one become a ghostwriter and attract notable clients? Bruce Kasanoff, founder of Kasanoff Ghostwriting and author of “How to Self-Promote without Being a Jerk”, joins the show to dive into what it takes to become a Ghostwriter.

As experts in nutrition and diet, registered dieticians and nutritionists have a variety of responsibilities which can include: assessing patients’ health needs and diet, creating meal plans, researching the latest nutrition information, and documenting their patients’ progress. To learn more about this career path, LJNRadio speaks with Sarah Krieger, a registered dietician and nutritionist, and the spokesperson for the Aca...

It's reasonable to assume you've never heard of a color consultant, so LJNRadio is here to give you the full story. Amy Troutman, senior color consultant for Mandil, Inc. and board secretary for the International Association of Color Consultants, fills the listeners in on the details of this career. She explains to Tim Muma the different types of positions, the psychology of colors, and the best route to beginning your path...

Sonographers are diagnostic medical professionals who use ultrasounds to get images of items like organs and tissues inside the body. Of course, many think of pregnancy when they hear of a sonogram as well. Katie Kuntz, president of the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, talks with Tim Muma about the details of this unique career. Katie fills us in on the education necessary, the impact of technology, and where the i...

The individuals who bring baseball fans the action often become part of their soundtrack of the summer, painting a picture of the game while fans go about their business. Joe Block, radio play-by-play man for the Milwaukee Brewers, tells Tim Muma about the road to becoming one of the few radio voices in Major League Baseball. With just 30 teams at the highest level, competition is fierce and the sacrifices are many, but Joe...

Bakers make a variety of breads, pastries, cakes, cookies, pies, and confections, and they can work in several different environments, including independent bakeries, grocery stores, and commercial manufacturing facilities. Despite the variety in their occupation, bakers all share the common goal of creating baked goods that are ready for sale. Cindy Kienzle, Owner and Chief Baking Officer of The Hungry Monkey Baking Compan...

Responsible for the development and management of a residence hall or community, a Residence Life Coordinator focuses on creating an environment that allows for academic learning and involvement in the campus community. Vanessa Vasquez, Residence Life Coordinator at Alverno College, fills Cady Chesney in on this role and how you can succeed in this competitive occupation.

Massage therapists treat clients by using touch to manipulate the soft-tissues of the body. With their touch, therapists relieve pain, rehabilitate injuries, improve circulation, relieve stress, increase relaxation, and aid in the general wellness of clients. Nancy Porambo, president of the American Massage Therapy Association, joins Tim Muma to discuss the path to a career in this profession, as well as the skills, persona...