Insights into Cool and Well-Paying Jobs from Real People.

People in "cool" jobs like acting and growing medical marijuana share the realities of their work. While Broadway pays well, most actors struggle with inconsistent income and have to pay a cut to their agents and managers. Medical marijuana growers face back-breaking work, high costs, and security concerns, with the legalization of recreational marijuana leading to a decline in quality and profitability for smaller independent growers.