Today’s guest is Ben Zweig — economist, data scientist, founder of Revelio Labs, and NYU Stern professor specializing in the future of work. With a PhD in economics and a career spanning IBM’s Chief Analytics Office, hedge fund strategy, and groundbreaking research on labor markets and occupational mobility, Ben brings a rare blend of academic rigor and real-world insight. His work allows him to see patterns in the job market before they happen — and understand where the biggest opportunities to make money are emerging.
On this episode we talk about:
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Ben’s first sales job on the streets of New York and how “rejection therapy” shaped his career
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Why thick skin and empathy are two of the most valuable skills in any high-paying field
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How economics became the lens Ben uses to understand behavior, markets, and opportunity
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Why getting a PhD changes your identity — and how deep expertise creates new income paths
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The evolving nature of work and what signals actually matter for future money-making trends
Top 3 Takeaways
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Sales skills compound everywhere. Early experiences dealing with rejection and reading people become an unfair advantage in higher-paying industries.
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Economics is a framework for decision-making. Understanding incentives, equilibrium, and behavioral patterns helps you spot opportunities others miss.
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Deep expertise transforms your earning potential. Immersing yourself in a field — academically or professionally — shifts how you think and positions you for unique career paths.
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