The cannabis industry is one of the fastest-growing market segments in the world - that means a boom of jobs, and lots of applicants joining the Green Rush.&nbsp; Whether you're already working as a budtender &amp; want to plan your next career move, or you're not yet working in cannabis but you want to be, it can be daunting to try to break into such a new &amp; unique industry.&nbsp; We'll cover tactics to set yourself up for success during job interviews, what research you should do to stand out, and where you should look for opportunities in cannabis. One Article Discussed [1] “Things you Should Know to Get a Job in the Cannabis Industry” from Testing &amp; Terpenes Magazine

Pbs040_How to find Better Opportunities in Cannabis

Nearly every US State now has at least 1 reported illness linked to vaping.&nbsp; State regulators are taking action, with some banning vaping outright until the causes are found. These bans will have profound impacts on all segments of the cannabis industry if enacted.&nbsp; We cover 2 articles discussing the current status of state vaping bans &amp; the potential fallout on producers, processors, and retailers alike.&nbsp; Two Articles Discussed [1] “Did your State Ban Vaping?” from Leafly [2] “A Vape Ban would Crush Oregon Cannabis Oil Extractors” from Willamette Weekly

Pbs041_NEWS Update on Vaping Crisis & State Bans

Should you invest in cannabis? If so, where in the industry? Or if you’re trying to raise money or sell your business, how do you “value” your company? It’s not an easy question to answer, but we provide some clarity in this episode. Our guest is Lincoln Eckhardt, Managing Director for FTI Consulting.

Pe117 Are Cannabis Valuations Trumped Up?

More states have taken action to protect public health against the growing vaping illness reports. Governor Kate Brown has banned the sale of flavored vaping products in Oregon - but a new study by the Mayo Clinic suggests that flavoring agents &amp; oils may not be the sole culprit. We’ll review what the Mayo Clinic found in the lung tissues of those sickened by vaping, and how it could impact the bans going into effect. Two Articles Discussed [1] “New Study Provides Clues Behind The Vaping Illness Outbreak” from The Fresh Toast [2] “Oregon bans flavored vape products, including those with marijuana, for six months” from MJ Biz Daily

Periodic Effects: Cannabis Business Podcast