Kim Hicks, a systems engineer with The Boeing Company, rejoins Tim Muma to discuss the components of this unique and valuable discipline. Kim also explains what she really loves about her job and describes the various challenges one faces in this industry.

The world is full of incredibly diverse individuals, yet somehow we all need to communicate with each other. Thankfully, the role of interpreter exists as a profession to help fill in the gaps, whether it be a language barrier or the inability to hear. Tim Muma is joined by Trudy Schafer, an experienced interpreter and project coordinator for the National Interpreter Education Center at Northeastern University. Trudy discus...

Trudy Schafer, an experienced interpreter and project coordinator for the National Interpreter Education Center at Northeastern University, is back to talk with Tim Muma about what a typical day may look like as an interpreter. She also explains what skills are essential to thrive in this position. Children and even some adults fantasize about finding their dream job. Sometimes they don't know what it is or how to ge...

Disease and other public health problems are a genuine concern for officials and leaders in every area. The investigation, monitoring and prevention of spreading these issues is an extremely important and difficult task, and that is what epidemiologists are asked to do. Tim Muma talks to Dr. Tim Jones, the State Epidemiologist for the Tennessee Department of Health, who explains the path to a successful career in this impor...

Tim Muma continues his conversation with Dr. Tim Jones, the state epidemiologist for the Tennessee Department of Health. In this portion of the interview, Tim describes some specific scenarios that may arise in his position and how an epidemiologist repsonds. He also gives the listeners an idea of what their compensation may look like.

Thousands of people go to the chiropractor to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions, whether it be from an injury or an everyday issue. Dr. Cynthia Vaughn, a respected chiropractor who has served in high-level positions for numerous boards and chiropractic organizations, joins Tim Muma to discuss the profession. Dr. Vaughn brings her perspective to the listeners, discussing the daily work of a chiropractor, as well as...

Tim Muma continues his conversation with Dr. Cynthia Vaughn, a respected chiropractor who has served in high-level positions for numerous boards and chiropractic organizations. Dr. Vaughn breaks down what a typical day might look like for her, and she explains how they figure out what's wrong and how to fix it.

Many of us have thought about how our office or home could have been a little nicer to look at or more functional, but that's easy to say once a building is complete. Architects have the task of visualizing large structures and how to best implement its space, following requirements and making sure it's safe - all while appeasing the owner's opinions on aesthetics. Robert Ivy is a highly respected, longtime architect and is...

The conversation continues with architect Robert Ivy, the Chief Executive Officer of the American Institute of Architects. In part two, Robert describes to Tim Muma how a lack of education is hurting the industry and what enormous impact technology is making in the field.

With education being such a vital aspect of growth and potential success - in work and life - school counselors have become valuable assets for teachers and students. These individuals lend support in a number of different ways that helps foster development and achievement. Mindy Willard, the 2013 School Counselor of the Year, talks with Tim Muma about the daily activities school counselors engage in, as well as the route n...