We interview people about what their jobs entail, day-to-day, to close the knowledge gap between the idea and the reality of a career. What does a lawyer actually do? And a registered nurse? And an illustrator?

And then we ask about practical skills in our How Tos, which can range from “how to ask for a raise” to “how to handle emotions in the workplace” to “how do I invest intelligently?”

So, if you’re looking for your first job, going from your 10th to your 11th, or simply curious, read on!