Aviation Careers Podcast

One of my coaching clients asked me how I could successfully predict the future hiring landscape. One reason is I tirelessly study the industry and have a background in forecasting and pricing as a market maker from a previous industry. Many of you sign up for my group coaching mentorship to listen to my hiring … Continue reading ACP403 AirlineGeeks.com Career Resources with Ryan Ewing → The post ACP403 AirlineGeeks.com Career Resources with Ryan Ewing appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

These are my insider tips for landing your dream job from my 23 years of experience counseling pilots Sponsor: The sponsor of this is Stratus Financial, Private Student Lending – For Pilots, By Pilots. Stratus Financial offers student loans for pilot training from zero to hero. Stratus Financial Understands your needs because they are pilots! … Continue reading ACP402 Keep Flying And Don’t Give Up! → The post ACP402 Keep Flying And Don’t Give Up! appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

In Today’s Episode, We Answer Your Questions Concerning Your Career. Sponsor: The sponsor of this is Stratus Financial, Private Student Lending – For Pilots, By Pilots. Stratus Financial offers student loans for pilot training from zero to hero. Stratus Financial Understands your needs because they are pilots! You can find more at https://stratus.finance/ As a … Continue reading ACP401 September 2024 Your Questions Answered → The post ACP401 September 2024 Your Questions Answered appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Many of you are bound by Non-Compete clauses in your employment contracts. There is a new proposed rule by the Federal Trade Commission which many consider pro-employee a positive force in career progression. To discuss this rule-making and recent news is Aviation Attorney Chris Pezalla. Sponsor: The sponsor of this is Stratus Financial, Private Student … Continue reading ACP400 Non-Compete Clauses And Your Career → The post ACP400 Non-Compete Clauses And Your Career appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

During our career coaching mastermind, https://valeri-aviation.thinkific.com/courses/group-career-coaching, we discussed how this more competitive hiring environment will require you to market yourself as a flight instructor. To help us understand how you can obtain more students at your flight school is Tim Jedrek of RightRudder Marketing. Preflight Checklist: Sponsor: The sponsor of this is Stratus Financial, Private … Continue reading ACP399 How To Market Yourself And Gain More Students → The post ACP399 How To Market Yourself And Gain More Students appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

During our career coaching sessions, we discuss many options specific to your needs for building time, but we don’t always talk about all the safety concerns pilots should have when they’re doing that. Today I am speaking with Max Trescott whose Aviation News Talk podcast is focused on aviation safety https://aviationnewstalk.com/ Sponsor: The sponsor of … Continue reading ACP398 Stay Safe While Building Flight Time With Max Trescott → The post ACP398 Stay Safe While Building Flight Time With Max Trescott appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

I am able to take a one-week vacation every month as an airline pilot. Today I will teach you how you can have an amazing quality of life as an airline pilot and have a week’s vacation every month. This video is a follow-up to my video on how to make a million dollars a … Continue reading ACP397 How To Have An Amazing Quality Of Life As An Airline Pilot → The post ACP397 How To Have An Amazing Quality Of Life As An Airline Pilot appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

It is now July 2024, and we have been in a hiring slowdown for more than half a year and it is deepening. In January I Discussed 12 Actions To Take During A Hiring Slowdown this year but I also wanted to add some more color to that episode. Since that episode, we started a … Continue reading ACP396 What Is Affecting Pilot Hiring In 2024? → The post ACP396 What Is Affecting Pilot Hiring In 2024? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Our scholarship guide has enabled thousands to realize their aviation career goals. Some of you may not qualify for scholarships to cover all of your training or simply want to get started flying right now while waiting for the results of your scholarship application. We have a solution for those who want to realize their … Continue reading ACP395 Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight → The post ACP395 Stratus Financial – Where Dreams Take Flight appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

The Good, The Bad, And The Illegal: What To Do And What To Avoid When Building Flight Time Joining me today is Aviation Attorney Chris Pezalla. Sponsor: The sponsor of this is Stratus Financial, Where Dreams Take Flight. Stratus Financial offers loans for pilot training. Stratus Financial Understands your needs because they are pilots! You … Continue reading ACP394 The Good, The Bad, And The Illegal: What To Do And What To Avoid When Building Flight Time → The post ACP394 The Good, The Bad, And The Illegal: What To Do And What To Avoid When Building Flight Time appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

In today’s episode, we answer a question from a listener concerning logging time as a pilot when operating as a flight instructor and as a Part 135 pilot. You might be surprised by what some operators are doing to attract pilots. Free Scholarships Guide: This episode is sponsored by and teaches a course on building … Continue reading ACP393 What You Need To Know About Logging Flight Time Before You Take A Part 135 Job → The post ACP393 What You Need To Know About Logging Flight Time Before You Take A Part 135 Job appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

In today’s episode, we answer a question from the online forums. The listener asks if they should get the CFII and MEI even during this slowdown even though they have already failed two check rides. We have much to unpack in this question so let’s get started. Free Scholarships Guide: Visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/free/ to get yours … Continue reading ACP392 Should I Get MY CFII and MEI during this hiring slowdown? → The post ACP392 Should I Get MY CFII and MEI during this hiring slowdown? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

This podcast is for those airline pilots who want to maximize their earnings and those curious about how airline pilots make over a million a year. If you implement only one of these items you will increase your income as a pilot. I hope you find this helpful. Free Scholarships Guide: This episode is sponsored … Continue reading ACP391 How To Make A Million A Year As An Airline Pilot → The post ACP391 How To Make A Million A Year As An Airline Pilot appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

If you’re looking to accelerate your career and training there are two pilots Sean and Mike from the Pro Pilot Playbook who want to help. Today we will speak with Sean and Mike about completing your training fast, cheap, and correctly. Free Scholarships Guide: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. … Continue reading ACP390 Become A Pilot Cheaper and Faster with Pro Pilot Playbook → The post ACP390 Become A Pilot Cheaper and Faster with Pro Pilot Playbook appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

If you are interested in a career as an aircraft mechanic I have someone who has seen it all from battlefield maintenance to training under Part 147 in the United States, Brandon Sanders. Today he is going to discuss his path toward a career as an aircraft mechanic. We also will discuss how the new … Continue reading ACP389 How To Become An Aviation Mechanic → The post ACP389 How To Become An Aviation Mechanic appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Inspiring the next generation of pilots is an important mission and an organization that STEM Flights has taken on with a unique approach including donating time including building flight time in the process. Joining me today is Carley Walker, the director of development at STEM Flights. Free Scholarships Guide: This episode is sponsored by The … Continue reading ACP388 STEM Flights Inspiring Next Generation of Aviation through with Carley Walker → The post ACP388 STEM Flights Inspiring Next Generation of Aviation through with Carley Walker appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Today I have with me someone who is inspiring future and current aviation professionals to pursue their dreams. Dave Rohee is an Author with a variety of experience as a bush pilot, mechanic, and airline pilot. I think hearing his story will inspire you to move forward in your aviation career. Free Scholarships Guide: This … Continue reading ACP387 Bush Pilot to Airline Pilot : Author Dave Rohee → The post ACP387 Bush Pilot to Airline Pilot : Author Dave Rohee appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Are you thinking a job as an aircraft mechanic would fulfill your life goal and provide you and your family with a sustainable income? Today I have with me, James Spearman, a mechanic who is passionate about his job to discuss his journey and how you can start or continue your path toward a career … Continue reading ACP386 Aircraft Mechanic Jobs in 2024 with James Spearman → The post ACP386 Aircraft Mechanic Jobs in 2024 with James Spearman appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Are you transitioning from active duty to a civilian career but don’t know where to turn? Well, there is a program with people who can help you named the DoD SkillBridge. The program is designed to support transitioning service members to career job training opportunities and Dave Schantz is here to help us understand how … Continue reading ACP385 DOD SkillBridge : Connecting service members to career job training opportunities with Dave Schantz → The post ACP385 DOD SkillBridge : Connecting service members to career job training opportunities with Dave Schantz appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

If you are thinking of changing careers in your late 40’s but are not sure you have time, I have someone who will inspire you to take off on a journey toward a career you will love. Scott Papera is a former director and producer and an inspiration for all of us looking to launch … Continue reading ACP384 Career 2.0 From Director/Producer to Airline Pilot at 48 With Scott Papera → The post ACP384 Career 2.0 From Director/Producer to Airline Pilot at 48 With Scott Papera appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. Networking is vital to moving forward with your aviation career. Joining me today is Tim Nickel who at a young age was able to use networking to land an internship with the local airport and became the recipient of a scholarship to help fund his … Continue reading ACP383 Airport Operations Specialist Tim Nickel discusses Student Internships, Networking, and Scholarships → The post ACP383 Airport Operations Specialist Tim Nickel discusses Student Internships, Networking, and Scholarships appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Have you ever wondered what being an air traffic controller is like? Today I have Dawn Whyte, an air traffic controller with over 30 years of experience who inspires others through her career coaching. Questions, comments, or inspirational stories; please write us at [email protected] or visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Follow Us: https://www.facebook.com/AviationCareersPodcast/ https://twitter.com/FlyingCareers https://www.instagram.com/aviationcareerspodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/@AviationCareersPodcast Free Scholarships … Continue reading ACP382 Air Traffic Controller and Life Coach Dawn Whyte → The post ACP382 Air Traffic Controller and Life Coach Dawn Whyte appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

It is that time of year again to discuss the pilot shortage. This episode was inspired by a recent question from our contact page so if you have questions, comments, or inspirational stories please write us at: [email protected] or visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Follow Us: https://www.facebook.com/AviationCareersPodcast/ https://twitter.com/FlyingCareers https://www.instagram.com/aviationcareerspodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/@AviationCareersPodcast Free Scholarships Guide: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/ Our latest video: https://www.youtube.com/@AviationCareersPodcast … Continue reading ACP381 Pilot Shortage 2024 Edition → The post ACP381 Pilot Shortage 2024 Edition appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent Aviation Careers Podcast. Today I answer your questions from our contact page. Questions, comments, or inspirational stories; please write us at [email protected] or visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Free Scholarships Guide: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/ Follow Us: https://www.facebook.com/AviationCareersPodcast/ https://twitter.com/FlyingCareers https://www.instagram.com/aviationcareerspodcast/ https://www.youtube.com/@AviationCareersPodcast Listener Mail: From Contact Page: I am 60 and want to know how … Continue reading ACP380 Should I build Turbine PIC SEL vs Turbine SIC MEL? → The post ACP380 Should I build Turbine PIC SEL vs Turbine SIC MEL? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

What is the concept of leapfrogging and how can it help you accelerate your career path to the legacies? Today I will explain leapfrogging to the legacies and what the advantages and disadvantages are. Questions, comments, or inspirational stories; please write us at [email protected] or visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Free Scholarships Guide: https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/pay-it-forward/ Our latest video: https://www.youtube.com/@AviationCareersPodcast … Continue reading ACP379 Leapfrog To The Legacies → The post ACP379 Leapfrog To The Legacies appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

As airlines announce they will reduce the number of pilots they hire in 2024 how can you make yourself more competitive so you can get hired when others are not? In this episode, we will give you 12 actions you can take to prepare yourself during the hiring slowdown in 2024. To be clear the … Continue reading ACP378 12 Actions To Take During A Hiring Slowdown In 2024 → The post ACP378 12 Actions To Take During A Hiring Slowdown In 2024 appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Take one step today to enhance your career goal with the gift card you received this holiday! Welcome to our annual recommendation on how to spend your Amazon Gift Card and Enhance your career! Questions, comments, or inspirational stories; please write us at [email protected]. Our latest video: https://www.youtube.com/@AviationCareersPodcast What To Buy With Your Holiday Gift … Continue reading ACP377 10 Items To Buy With Your Amazon Gift Card That Will Help Your Career → The post ACP377 10 Items To Buy With Your Amazon Gift Card That Will Help Your Career appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

  Today we have a former guest, weatherman turned passionate aviation professional Chris Dunn, with a career update. Questions, comments, or inspirational stories please write to us at [email protected]. Use Coupon Code: PayItForward to receive a free scholarship guide through the generosity of others. The Scholarships Guide is available with over 120 million in scholarships. … Continue reading ACP376 Chris Dunn The Flying Weatherman: Career Update → The post ACP376 Chris Dunn The Flying Weatherman: Career Update appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today I answer listener mail and discuss why you should not compare yourself to others on social media, especially YouTube. Before we begin a few announcements. Questions, comments, or inspirational stories please write to us at [email protected] or https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ The Scholarships Guide is available with … Continue reading ACP375 Your Journey Is Unique. → The post ACP375 Your Journey Is Unique. appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Today we have an aviation attorney to discuss what the HIMS program is and how participation can affect your career. If you want to ask a question visit the following: http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Or [email protected] Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC you can find www.strumorlaw.com. They are giving away … Continue reading ACP374 Facts About Addiction And Your Medical: HIMS Program Explained → The post ACP374 Facts About Addiction And Your Medical: HIMS Program Explained appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Considering a career change into aviation and not sure what you your goal looks like? In this episode we discuss how to better stay focused on your goal of becoming a pilot without getting distracted or discouraged. If you want to ask a question visit: http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Or [email protected] Question 1: I’m a 39-year-old male prospective … Continue reading ACP373 Considering A Career Change And Don’t Know The End Goal? → The post ACP373 Considering A Career Change And Don’t Know The End Goal? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

If you want to ask a question visit: http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Or [email protected] Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Law Offices of Robert M. Strumor, LLC you can find www.strumorlaw.com. They are giving away 50 scholarship guides. You can get yours for free using the coupon code “StrumorLaw” at https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/scholarships/ The Law Offices of Robert M. … Continue reading ACP372 Will going to a small college and getting a Restricted ATP reduce my chances of getting hired? → The post ACP372 Will going to a small college and getting a Restricted ATP reduce my chances of getting hired? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Do you think you can’t become a pilot due to a past medical issue? You might be surprised at what can and cannot affect your medical. Today we will discuss why you should not let a past medical issue prevent you from pursuing your dream of becoming a pilot. If you want to ask a … Continue reading ACP371 Don’t Let Past Medical Issues Prevent You From Pursuing Your Dream! → The post ACP371 Don’t Let Past Medical Issues Prevent You From Pursuing Your Dream! appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

  Today we answer a question concerning airline career programs. They come with many names including pathway, flow-through, gateway, destinations, and many more. In this episode, I will try to explain the benefits and challenges of these programs coming up next. If you want to ask a question visit: http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Or [email protected] Sponsor: This episode … Continue reading ACP370 Airline Career Pilot Programs Explained → The post ACP370 Airline Career Pilot Programs Explained appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

What is it like to be a crew member commuting to work? Whether you are a pilot, flight attendant, mechanic, or other work group that is able to commute to work there are both challenges and benefits to commuting. In this episode, we will define the term commuting as it relates to an aviation career … Continue reading ACP369 Commuting Pros and Cons → The post ACP369 Commuting Pros and Cons appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

After decades of counseling pilots, I have seen many people ruin a great career through their actions and posts on social media. Today we want to help you avoid the pitfalls of social media and give advice on how you can recover from a social media blunder. Joining me today is Aviation Attorney Chris Pezalla … Continue reading ACP368 How Social Media Can Ruin Your Career → The post ACP368 How Social Media Can Ruin Your Career appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Many listeners ask if they can afford to change careers and become pilots. To answer this question I prepared this presentation to discuss how much pilots make and if a change makes sense for you. If you want to ask a question visit http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Sponsor: This episode is sponsored https://www.aviatorsclinic.com Flight Medicine for pilots by … Continue reading ACP367 Career Change Dollars and Sense → The post ACP367 Career Change Dollars and Sense appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Has your medical been deferred or do you fear having a deferral? Well, fret no more. Today I have with me aviation attorney Chris Pezalla to discuss deferrals and how to navigate your way through the FAA process of successfully obtaining your medical. If you want to ask a question visit http://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Sponsor: This episode … Continue reading ACP366 Your Medical Has Been Deferred Now What? → The post ACP366 Your Medical Has Been Deferred Now What? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

If you are preparing for a check ride at the airline or you are preparing for your private pilot check ride we all have similar challenges from an academic and psychological standpoint. Today I have with me Seth Lake, an FAA Designated Pilot Examiner to discuss how to successfully pass your check ride If you … Continue reading ACP365 Pass Your Checkride with Examiner Seth Lake → The post ACP365 Pass Your Checkride with Examiner Seth Lake appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

In today’s episode, we speak with Nate Mitich an inspirational aviator who has a special announcement about his aviation career he made during Sun N Fun. Nate is the pilot who was building hours in his airplane and traced a Christmas tree over the state of Florida. If you want to ask a question visit … Continue reading ACP364 Hired At Sun N Fun 2023 → The post ACP364 Hired At Sun N Fun 2023 appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

In today’s episode, we discuss the truth about Airline schedules and pilot earnings. This comes from [email protected] and from the YouTube Channel Comments. If you want to ask a question visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Patrons Giving Away Free Scholarship Guides: Thank you to our Patrons for paying it forward and giving away free scholarship guides every month. … Continue reading ACP363 Getting started at 39 – The Rumors and the Spouse → The post ACP363 Getting started at 39 – The Rumors and the Spouse appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

For the past 20 years, I have been asked to explain THE Pilot Shortage as if it was a thing. The truth of the matter is we have had shortages and If you want to ask a question visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Sponsor Giving Away Free Scholarship Guides: “Tailwind Waymakers is a non-profit founded to help fund … Continue reading ACP362 Pilot Shortage Explained: 2023 Edition → The post ACP362 Pilot Shortage Explained: 2023 Edition appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Is an airline career not for you? Want the freedom a business gives you? You should consider becoming an Aviation Entrepreneur. Joining me today to discuss aviation entrepreneurship is Eric Crump Director of The Aerospace Center For Excellence. If you want to ask a question visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Sponsor Giving Away Free Scholarship Guides: “Tailwind Waymakers … Continue reading ACP361 Are You An Aviation Entrepreneur? → The post ACP361 Are You An Aviation Entrepreneur? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

ACP360 What Is The Best Path From Zero To Hero For A 34-Year-Old? In today’s episode, we answer the question “What is the best path from zero to hero? If you want to ask a question visit https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/contact/ Sponsor Giving Away Free Scholarship Guides: “Tailwind Waymakers is a non-profit founded to help fund aviation dreams. … Continue reading ACP360 What Is The Best Path From Zero To Hero For A 34-Year-Old? → The post ACP360 What Is The Best Path From Zero To Hero For A 34-Year-Old? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Today I answer the question: “Would my time be better spent simply buying a plane and flying?” Sponsor: “Tailwind Waymakers is a non-profit founded to help fund aviation dreams. So whether you could use some help funding your aviation training or want to WIN a new airplane, check out TailwindWaymakers.org ” Use coupon code TailwindWaymakers … Continue reading ACP359 Would my time be better spent simply buying a plane and flying? → The post ACP359 Would my time be better spent simply buying a plane and flying? appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Today we answer the question: “ Can you have a side hustle as a musician and be a pilot?” answer your questions. Sponsor: “Tailwind Waymakers is a non-profit founded to help fund aviation dreams. So whether you could use some help funding your aviation training or if you would like to WIN a new airplane, … Continue reading ACP358 Music as A Side Hustle To My Flying Job and other questions answered. → The post ACP358 Music as A Side Hustle To My Flying Job and other questions answered. appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Today we have a special guest Dustin Davis of Tailwind Waymakers. Their mission is to help those who want to pursue careers in aviation but struggle due to the high entry costs. They are a nonprofit organization focused on helping fund aviation dreams. But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on … Continue reading ACP357 Challenges Of Paying For Your Flight Training with Dustin Davis of Tailwind Waymakers → The post ACP357 Challenges Of Paying For Your Flight Training with Dustin Davis of Tailwind Waymakers appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Click Here To Watch This Episode On YouTube But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on the show please visit AviationCareersPodcast and click on the online course. If you have questions please email us at: [email protected]. Listener Comment on YouTube: Question From Video: Time Or Money. What Is More Important For … Continue reading ACP356 What Degree Do I Need To Become a Pilot → The post ACP356 What Degree Do I Need To Become a Pilot appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we answer the question: What was it like to be a flight attendant during the Golden Age Of Flying? I have flown with many former TWA flight attendants and found them to be very professional and passionate about their jobs. I have always wondered … Continue reading ACP355 True Tales From The Golden Age Of Flying: A Flight Attendant’s Perspective → The post ACP355 True Tales From The Golden Age Of Flying: A Flight Attendant’s Perspective appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.

Welcome to the inspirational, informational, and transparent aviation careers podcast. Today we focus on how to successfully bid on your airline schedule. But before we begin, if you want to be a guest on the show please visit AviationCareersPodcast and click on the online course. If you have questions please email us at: [email protected]. https://www.aviationcareerspodcast.com/recommended-reading/ … Continue reading ACP354 Bidding For Success → The post ACP354 Bidding For Success appeared first on Aviation Careers Podcast.